JOB SUMMARY

　　The Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Telemetry unit is an essential member of the patient care team responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit: Cardio-Pulmonary, dialysis, oncology, and all general med/surgical patients treated on the unit. The RN will delegate those interventions which may be performed by others, assist as appropriate, assist in maintaining a safe environment for the rendering of effective nursing care, provide education to patients and families, and collaborate with other health professionals in the planning and management of health care.

　　C2 is a fast-paced, 31-bed unit, serving a primarily geriatric population.

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS

　　EDUCATION

　　Associate degree in Nursing (or 3-year Diploma) required, Bachelor’s degree preferred

　　Must possess a valid State of Maine RN license

　　BLS certification required

　　ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire

　　Must attend telemetry course during orientation

　　EXPERIENCE

　　1-year previous nursing experience preferred

　　OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED

　　Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required

　　Responsible, supportive team player

　　Covenant Health Mission Statement

　　We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

　　Our Core Values:

　　•Compassion

　　We show respect, caring, and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable, and suffering.

　　•Integrity

　　We promote justice and ethical behavior and responsibly steward our human, financial, and environmental resources.

　　•Collaboration

　　We work in partnership, dialogue, and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

　　•Excellence

　　We deliver all services with the highest level of quality while seeking creative innovation.

　　Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).