Description:
We are a private short-term RTC that offers hope and healing to teens with mental health and behavioral challenges.
We welcome RNs and LPNs to apply!
At Ridge Maine, RNs and LPNs report to the Lead RN to provide nursing care and direct care to support for the physical and mental well-being of residents.
The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative, assertive, relational, and organized individual looking to work in a more direct care capacity.
Position Summary: The 2nd Shift Nurse will work in collaboration with the Lead Nurse to coordinate and oversee care of clients ages 12 - 18. T his role serves as a unique member of each client’s treatment team in order to promote comprehensive and collaborative care into the evening and early night hours. In additional to typical nursing tasks, our milieu nurses work directly with the clients during waking hours to supervise and support bedtime/transition routines and offer guidance to the direct care staff. Our nurses work collaboratively with the clinical team in order to enhance treatment outcomes. Milieu support may include: engagement and intervening to support clients and providing healthcare information and training to staff, along with routine inspection of work areas for the purpose of identifying and correcting unsafe conditions. At times, under the direction of the Lead Nurse, the Nurse may run client groups related to health, nutrition, wellbeing, and safety. The 2nd Shift Nurse will represent Ridge Maine to consumers and to the community in a manner that is professional and congruent with Ridge Maine’s mission. As a member of the nursing team, the nurse may provide coverage at the Farmhouse Campus, as needed.
There are many PERKS working for Ridge Maine:
Professional Team: Come join the collaborative professionals as a member of our expanding nursing team!
Eat amazing food: Employees are provided breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks. Our chefs make home cooked, healthy meals for our residents and staff.
Robust Benefits Package: Receive FREE Medical Insurance at the employee level! Ridge Maine pays 100% of the premium for one of the medical plan options, 100% of the vision benefit, and 50% of the dental benefit. After 1 year of service, the company matches up to 4% for those enrolled in our 401(k) plan.
Knowledgeable team: The leadership at Ridge Maine's programs offers 100+ years of collective experience in the mental/behavioral health field. Learn from the best and become part of a talented, dedicated team of professionals!
Surroundings: The Lakehouse is located on a peninsula, with beautiful lake views, on 40 acres. The log home is spacious and inviting. The Farmhouse is located on 400 acres with mountain views and access to hundreds of miles of trails. The barn with its horses and other animals is a highlight for the residents there. Both of our campuses are a truly unique and inviting place to work.
Positions are currently available at our Lakehouse Campus in South China and Farmhouse Campus in Morrill.
2nd Shift nurses typically work from 2:00 pm - Midnight, 4 days a week, including 1 weekend day.
Salary range, depending on experience and license: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Requirements:
Must hold an active Maine nursing license.
Psychiatric nursing experience with youth preferred.
Physical & Cognitive Requirements:
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Must be able to traverse irregular, uneven, and steep terrain
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
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Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment
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Must be able to adhere to process protocol
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Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manne
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Must be able to emotionally and professionally handle highly-charged emotional situations
Required Competencies:
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Strong interpersonal skills, ability to give and receive appropriate and timely feedback
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Ability to dependably serve as a positive role model to students and peers at all times
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Strong collaboration and communication skills
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Demonstrates empathy and compassion to support diversity and inclusion
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Proven success operating in dynamic and changing environments
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Demonstrates sound judgment & professionalism
