Registered Nurse (RN) - Patient Navigator, Addiction Medicine

Description

Nursing
Req #: 72789

For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to$10,000 Sign-on bonus for all eligibleRegistered Nurses with0-2years of experience and $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 2years of experience!

o 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.

o Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

In an Addiction Medicine setting, the nurse supports the smooth operation of the program while providing direct patient care. This includes organizing daily clinic activities, coordinating patient flow, communicating with providers and support staff, and helping maintain compliance with regulatory and documentation requirements. The nurse also manages medication administration by preparing and administering medications used in addiction treatment, monitoring patients for side effects or clinical changes, maintaining accurate medication records, and offering education and support to patients throughout their recovery process.

Summary:
The Registered Nurse - Patient NavigatorPatient Navigator, Addiction Medicinerole assists patients manage the complexities of post discharge care by providing personalized, professional and compassionate care and follow up to patients and in-patient care. The Patient Navigator will work closely with care management and patient care services to facilitate high quality and timely follow up.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current ACLS Certification for critical care departments required. Certifications specific to department policies may be required.
3. Experience: Three years of experience in an acute health care setting preferred. Navigator or case management experience preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact kaye.cross@mainehealth.org