Nurse Leader RN - OR in Lewiston, ME

Central Maine Healthcare is looking for an experienced RN Leader to join our OR Team with Central Maine Medical Center! Reporting to the Nursing Director, the Nurse Leader is responsible for the day-to-day operations of assigned responsibilities and is accountable for assuring the consistent use of the nursing process in a professional and healthy work environment. In addition, the Nurse Leader is responsible and accountable for achieving departmental level expected Quality, Financial, Customer Service, Throughput, and People results. In support of Nursing’s Vision, Philosophy and Strategic Plan, the Nurse Leader provides leadership for the development and implementation of departmental projects/initiatives, long- and short-term goals, and is responsible for planning, administering and evaluating the operation of their assigned department. In conjunction with the Director, the Nurse Leader is responsible for overseeing implementation of patient care via organizational and departmental policies and procedures, evidence-based practice, CMH Service Standards, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards of Practice, The American Nurses Association Code of Ethics, and the Maine Nurse Practice Act. The Nurse Leader maintains effective communication with all employees, patients, families, physicians and stakeholders modeling the Service Standards. The Leader, as appropriate, assumes the role of the house supervisor. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! Education And Experience • Licensed to Practice Nursing in the State of Maine • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required • Current BLS • Minimum of 3 years current related hospital experience, with three years of relevant committee/team leadership experience • Positive communication skills • Experience working in a rapid changing environment and under pressure • Demonstrated initiative and project completion skills • Strong customer service philosophy • Personal and professional accountability • Exceptional verbal and written communication • Demonstrated effectiveness as a change agent • Demonstrated decision-making skills • Demonstrated delegation skills Preferred Attributes • Master’s Degree preferred, or must currently be matriculated in a Master’s program • Specialty/Leadership certification • Process improvement training measurements: • Employees in this position may be exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens and are required to wear personal protective equipment • Employees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete nursing care tasks, see attached description of physical demands. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways. About Central Maine Healthcare Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days