JOB DETAILS
Night shift is non negotiable
26 weeks is highly preferred
About Facility:
Address: 489 State St. Bangor, ME 04401
Level II Trauma Center
Bed: 411
General Information:
Beds: Varies, based on unit
Will you accept a traveler with 1-year experience? No, 2 years
Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes
Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
Please ask all travelers about charge experience and include in the offer if they have/have not worked in a CRN capacity
Multispecialty Critical Care patients: Medical/Surgical/Cardiac/Neuro/Ortho/Trauma/Interventional
Common diagnoses included but are not limited to: Stroke, ICP monitoring, EVD Drains, spinal precautions, DKA, Sepsis, Multisystem trauma, COVID, STEMI, NSTEMI, Heart failure
ICU Float Pool RNs could float to ER Hold/Obs and care for MedSurg level patients there and Stepdown units – this can happen as often as is needed
Patient Ratios:
1:2, based on acuity. May get 3rd patient as one is being downgraded
ED Hold/Obs: 1:4-5, dependent on acuity
Required Licensure & Certifications:
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS
Skills required:
No more than 6 days of RTO (no holidays) is accepted at this time
Neuro and Trauma experience is an absolute must – please decline travelers without this; Ventilator management, critical care drips/titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, measuring cardiac strips, drains, chest tubes, hemodynamic lines: art lines/CVP, Stroke experience
Support within the Department:
CNA (Ratio - 1:10 days; 1:10 nights)
Charge nurse
Phlebotomy, shared responsibility with RN
Resource Nurse 0700-1900, depending on unit
House Supervisor, 24/7
RT, 24/7
Hospitalist, 24/7
Cardiovascular Surgeon and team for CV surgical patients, 24/7
Intensivist, available for consult 24/7
OT, PT, ST – 0800-1600
Technology/Equipment:
EMR: Cerner
IV pumps: Alaris
Medication dispensing: Pyxis
Monitors:
Floating: If yes, where?
This is a float pool position that floats between all levels of care, appropriate to care type – this does include floating into the ED to take ED holds (patients with admission orders) AND/OR ED Observation patients (holding orders but not fully admitted); will include patients within your scope of practice and below; as well as PACU Holds (patients with inpatient orders awaiting a bed)
Orientation:
General hospital orientation followed by a tour by the education department to each floor. They get one shift of orientation and then they are on their own
Scheduling:
Weekend rotation: Every other
Day shift: Sat/Sun
Night shift: Fri/Sat
On call? No
Holiday Expectations: No RTO accepted for Holidays
Approval of RTO: to go through manager
Shift times: see posting
Schedule cycle:
Other notes:
Scrub Color: Any color, must be professional
No crocs with holes
Parking: Free
REQUIREMENTS
ME RN license or compact state lic
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS
ICU SCL and Reference within a year
RTO upon submission, no more that six days.
SSN & DOB
100 mile radius rule
Will not accept previous perm Northern Lights employees
Coversheet needs to include perm address and mileage from facility
BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Free, quality, private housing
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
FACILITY
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
AREA OVERVIEW
From the lush forests to the rushing rivers, Bangor, ME is a playground of outdoor adventure waiting to be explored. As a traveling healthcare professional, you'll have the opportunity to hike through the picturesque Acadia National Park, kayak along the Penobscot River, and even go whale watching off the coast. When you're not embracing nature, you can immerse yourself in the rich history of the area, from the Stephen King House to the Bangor Historical Society. With its blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture, Bangor is sure to provide you with a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
- Explore Acadia National Park
- Kayak along the Penobscot River
- Go whale watching off the coast
- Visit the Stephen King House
- Discover the Bangor Historical Society
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
* Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.