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Nursing Administrator (RN) - Nursing Clinical Resources

apartment MaineHealth location_onSanford, ME

Description Maine Medical Center Sanford, ME Nursing Req #: 48865 Part Time/Night Shift (1900-0700) For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 3 years of RN experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. Maine Medical Center – Sanford is currently seeking a Part Time, Night Shift Nursing Supervisor to direct Nursing Services operations and acts as hospital administrator responsible for coordinating institutional activities on the assigned shift on all assigned campuses. Responsible for directing and overseeing department employees and activities and supporting and enforcing hospital and departmental policies,proceduresandobjectives. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience in the ED or ICU; or preferably 5 years of med surg in addition to leadership experience This isa very activeposition, supporting all areas. Responsible for the flow of patients throughout the hospital Responsible for coordination of inpatient admissions and adjusting resources to meet patient needs as needs and demands change. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Nursingfrom an accredited college orAssociate’s Degree in Nursingwith equivalent experiencerequired. License/Certifications:Current Registered Nurse license from the Maine Board of Nursingrequired. Current BLS Certificationrequiredor must obtain within30 daysof start date. Current ACLS Certification preferred. Experience:Five years of experience in acute care settingrequired. Three years of experience in hospital admissions related environment preferred. Experience inday to dayoversight of clinical staff required. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact amanda.oliveira@mainehealth.org

CNA

Full-time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Night Shift

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onYork, ME

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.This position is responsible for caring for the residents under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), LPN/LVN, or Director of Health & Wellness. Job Description Take and record vital signs. Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output. Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor. Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living. Transfer, position, and turn residents. Provide skin care to residents. Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care. Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services. Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor. Provide emotional and social support to residents. Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents in making informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident’s personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation. Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns. Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents. Respect residents’ confidentiality. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Area of Study: Clinical/Nursing Years of Experience: 1+ years Type of Experience: Clinical/Nursing Special Certifications: CNA licensure depending on state requirements and regulations Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills Skills and Ability: • Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively. • Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

CNA

Full-time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Evening Shift

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onYork, ME

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.This position is responsible for caring for the residents under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), LPN/LVN, or Director of Health & Wellness. Job Description Take and record vital signs. Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output. Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor. Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living. Transfer, position, and turn residents. Provide skin care to residents. Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care. Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services. Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor. Provide emotional and social support to residents. Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents in making informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident’s personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation. Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns. Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents. Respect residents’ confidentiality. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Area of Study: Clinical/Nursing Years of Experience: 1+ years Type of Experience: Clinical/Nursing Special Certifications: CNA licensure depending on state requirements and regulations Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills Skills and Ability: • Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively. • Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Per Diem

Nurse Practitioner Palliative

apartment Amedisys, Inc. location_onSomersworth, NH

Overview Works independently and in collaboration with physicians to deliver palliative care. The NP provides palliative medical services by managing the symptoms of acute and chronic conditions, assisting with communication and coordination of care, and developing treatment plans. Care is provided at home and in other care settings which may include outpatient clinics, hospitals, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing facilities. The NP orders treatments, laboratory, and diagnostic services, works closely with health care agencies to coordinate palliative medical care, and approaches all patients and referral sources with a customer service manner. The NP coordinates care with patient's health care team through planning and effective communication. Responsibilities Clinical Patient Care Management Provides palliative care for residents in their home or clinical setting in collaboration with physicians and/or medical directors in conformance with any protocols or guidelines established by or with the collaborating physician, where required by state and/or federal law. Performs medically necessary assessments meeting the requirements of Medicare Part B, Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes with accurately and timely documentation. Schedules all visits based upon medical assessment and/or the established individualized care plan for the patient. Orders and reviews appropriate treatments, lab, x-rays, EKGs, and other diagnostic procedures as indicated by a palliative plan of care and documents the treatment plan accordingly. Reviews results with collaborating physician if recommendations for treatment are required. When clinically appropriate, re-schedules another visit to follow-up on abnormal labs or test results. Reviews, signs, and dates consultation notes, adjusts in the treatment plan accordingly, and notifies collaborating physician. Collaborates with the physician, referring physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal delivery of patient care. Collaboration and coordination of care with referral sources including hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, group homes and primary care providers and specialists. Collaboration with business development, hospice and home health business units. Working with business development in the community to promote palliative education to appropriate stakeholders. Home Visit-specific Standards Conducts medical visits, as frequently as dictated by medical condition or by the established individualized care plan for the patient. Contacts collaborating physician or Medical Director if treatment of patient's condition warrants physician intervention or needs significant change in treatment plan. To the extent requested, provides the physician and referral sources with copies of the progress notes, test results and medication changes. Provides communication and education about disease trajectory and treatment plan to patient and family. Leaves business card and appointment card with patient and family and instructs on how to contact the nurse practitioner. Medical Record Documentation Always completes all medical record documentation promptly and in compliance with any applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Communication Educates patient and family about conditions or instances where Nurse Practitioner needs to be called. Informs patient and family of how to contact him or her. Promptly returns all calls. Communicates with collaborating physician and healthcare team. Establishes a frequency of communication standard with collaborating physician and healthcare team pursuant to patient needs and in conformity with state and federal requirements. Notifies collaborating physician of any significant medical issues relating to patient care or patient's condition. Meets with collaborating physician for chart review and quality improvement as required by applicable state law. Communicates and documents any other state or federally required communication and documentation, which may include review of the collaborating agreement and review and/or documentation of prescriptions ordered by the NP. Medical Compliance and HIPAA Guidelines Documents in medical record other individuals with whom the patient consents to the discussion of their medical treatment. Maintains all standards of compliance as outlined in the Company's compliance plan. Notifies the Compliance Officer immediately, if NP identifies or suspects any infringements of Medicare, state and/or federal laws or regulations. Complies with policies, procedures and regulatory mandates including but not limited to abiding to the terms of the Amedisys Compliance Program. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required- One (1+) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner, or three (3+) years' experience as a Registered Nurse in geriatric, hospice or palliative care. Master's Degree or higher degree in Nursing. Licensed Nurse Practitioner in the state where services are provided. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Authority to practice and prescribe as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided if prescribing is permitted by state and federal law. NP must comply with all state and federal requirements to be authorized to prescribe Schedule II drugs, such as obtaining any required collaboration agreement and DEA registration number, in those states which permit the NP to prescribe Schedule II drugs. Medicare billing privileges as a nurse practitioner. Meet physician-nurse practitioner collaborative requirements specific to the state assigned to work by the Company including, if required by applicable state law, entering into a collaborative agreement and supply a copy of all active collaborating physician agreements and any required guidelines and protocols established with or by the collaborating physician within which the NP must practice. Holds insurance required by state law for nurse practitioners to practice and prescribe in the state where services are provided or be eligible for such insurance requirements to be satisfied by group coverage with Company. Collaboration and coordination of care with referral sources including hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, group homes and primary care providers and specialists. Collaboration with business development, hospice, and home health business units. Working with business development in the community to promote palliative education to appropriate stakeholders. Current CPR certification. Preferred- Knowledge of disease specific local coverage determinant (LCD) criteria for hospice eligibility along with knowledge of CMS Face to Face regulatory requirements. Knowledge of hospice and home health and their philosophy and service components. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payers reimbursement and coding for all levels of service - home, office, nursing home, assisted living, etc., and other applicable regulatory requirements. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Medication Aide

Full-time

CRMA - Assisted Living (AL) - Night Shift

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onYork, ME

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR), provides personal are and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensures delivery of care and services to all residents in the community to include Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities and dining services and individual service plan need of each assigned resident. Job Description Generous Shift Differentials for Night Shift Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director. Count and sign on approved form, all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys. Contact a supervisor immediately with discrepancies. Order all necessary medication and treatments from appropriate pharmacy or notify responsible party when supply is no less than 7 days. Notify supervisor when supply is less than 2 days and medicine hasn’t been received. Responsible for receiving and verifying all medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR. Notifies pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies. Responsible for proper storage of all medications and ensuring all lotions, ointments and liquids stored separately from oral medications. Responsible for dating all appropriate vials or bottles at time of initial opening and following pharmacy protocol on length of time they can be used. Responsible for weekly inspections of all medications to ensure all expired medications are removed. Responsible for verifying all current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time and notifying the supervisor of any discrepancies. Responsible for removing all discontinued medication from med cart and giving it to the supervisor. Provide personal care to residents to include, but not limited to, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating, etc. Provide general nursing care to include, but not limited to, vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights. Document appropriate information in the daily log as required and notify supervisor of all concerns. Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned. Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at end of shift and restocking as needed. Responsible for weekly deep cleaning of all med carts. Attend and participate in staff training and in-services. Must maintain accurate records to include preparation of all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions and ensures medical record is complete within forty-eight (48) hours as Policy and Procedure (P&P) and regulatory guidelines. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Years of Experience: 1+ months of experience Type of Experience: Senior Living preferred Special Certifications: Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Skills and Ability: Excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Superior time management skills. Personal Attributes: Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.