Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Inpatient Med/Surg Telemetry (P2C)

Description
Maine Medical Center
Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 30987
Per Diem
Unit Bio:
P2C is a fast paced 18 bed medical surgical telemetry unit that provides extraordinary care to a diverse and complex adult medical surgical patient population. P2C has a general surgical population with a focus on neurological and vascular. P2C also provides a wide variety of medical care with a specialty in Stroke patients. MMC is recognized by the Joint Commission as a Comprehensive Stroke Center and the team of P2C is proud to be one of the units certified to care for this population. P2C has telemetry monitoring capability for both surgical and medical patients. We are looking for individuals committed to providing outstanding patient care, bringing forward innovative ideas, and promoting positivity amongst our team to join us.
Our unit consists of new certified nursing assistants embarking on their first positions and experienced certified nursing assistants and patient care technicians with multiple years of experience in their profession. Our diverse group creates an environment that promotes inclusivity, learning opportunities, professional development, and personal growth. Our small, but outgoing team values teamwork and collaboration and looks forward to welcoming you to it!
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Specific duties may vary by area of assignment. Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Education: Participates in continuing education relative to role as defined.
   
2. License/Certifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the State of Maine and be on the State of Maine Registry, having completed a six-week or equivalent course
   
3. Experience: N/A
   Additional Information:
   MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system atmainehealth.org
   
   At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
   
   With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
   *Seeking a career as a CNA but not currently on the Registry? We offer a paid Internship program! Earn while you learn - get started today! CNA Training | Maine Medical Center | Portland, ME (mainehealth.org)
   If you have questions about this role, please contact Meredith C. Files at
   
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