Summary

Unit Bio:

We are currently seeking Certified Nursing Assistante to join our newly created 40-bed medical surgical unit with a focus on patients requiring a longer length of stay. This transitional care unit bridges the gap between various providers, services, and settings. Our interprofessional team consists of geriatrics, nursing, providers and activities teams trying to alter the plan of care to promote engagement in art, games, and socialization to preserve the health and morale of the population.

Our nurses, patient care technicians, and CNAs exemplify analytic ability to identify patient needs, risks, and interventions. We provide excellent customer service to patients and families at their current health states and learning abilities. As a team, we continually demonstrate exceptional communication abilities, always effectively interacting and problem-solving with other healthcare professionals, hospital administration, patients and families. This unit invites registered nurses seeking a well-rounded, patient focused opportunity within the Maine Health system to apply.

• 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)
• Education: Participates in continuing education relative to role as defined.
• 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.
• Experience: N/A
• Ability to read, write, and speak English in order to follow oral or written instructions and complete standard forms.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to exchange information and maintain courteous relationships with patients, families, visitors, and Maine Medical Center employees.
• Knowledge of standards, policies, procedures and organizational structure of the unit, the Department of Nursing, and Maine Medical Center.

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.

*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)

Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.