Charge Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit- KPO3

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Department: Medical Surgical Unit- KPO3 Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Work Type: Full Time Hours Per Week: 36.00 Work

7:00 PM to 7:30 AM Salary Range: $41.70 - $63.62 Exempt: No ***Sign On Bonus Available***

Provides day to day leadership for nursing staff. Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the operating room and other areas of the perioperative services for all patient population. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Must have a high level of interpersonal and communication skills and be a demonstrated team player. Must demonstrate reliability and accountability to team members and patients.

• Direct delivery of care to the assigned patient population in a professional manner, utilizing the nursing process in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
• Assign duties, examine work for conformance to policies and procedures and oversee flow of patients through department.
• Provide successful organizational and administrative operation of the shift in accordance with current guidelines and assure the highest degree of quality patient care is maintained at all times.
• Assess a patient's physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs and design and implements plans of care to meet the identified needs
• Provide safe, quality, efficient patient care across the lifespan, with particular attention to the patient's age-related cognitive, emotional, physical, and functional needs.
• Collaborate professionally and effectively with members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide education to patients and families that is current, evidence-based, and appropriate to the identified learning needs.
• Demonstrate accountability for own decisions and behaviors, and exercising critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and ethical decision-making in all aspects of professional practice.
• Serve as an advocate for patients and families' needs, preferences, and concerns.
• Demonstrate fairness and open-mindedness, and be open to constructive feedback to improve own practice.
• Be open and adaptable to change, seek to understand the drivers of change from a systems perspective, and participate in process-improvement initiatives.
• Recognize and respect the needs, opinions, and desires of the patient and the family, facilitate shared decision-making, and engage in respectful, culturally-appropriate communication to maximize the patient and family's healthcare experience.
• Adhere to hospital policy and professional standards of practice.
• Consistently display EMMC's Caring Behaviors and embody the values of professionalism and integrity in all interactions and settings.
• Utilize information and biomedical technology safely and accurately to enhance the quality of patient care across the continuum.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal and communication skills and be a demonstrated team player. Must demonstrate reliability and accountability to team members and patients.
• Serves as a formal & informal preseptor/mentor for new hires & students. Other Information : BLS Required. National RN Certification Required. Competencies and Skills Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation. Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others. Credentials Required Registered Nurse National RN Certification Required. Education Required Bachelor's Degree Working Conditions Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting. Prolonged periods of standing. Prolonged periods of walking. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a 411- bed, regional tertiary care hospital and an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center. Located in Bangor, Maine, it serves as the principal referral center for a patient population of 500,000 residents across the northern two-thirds of the state. The medical center provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including advanced surgical care, neurosciences, cardiovascular medicine, oncology, and critical care. Eastern Maine Medical Center is the base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air medical transport program that conducts nearly 900 missions annually, ensuring timely access to specialized care for rural and remote communities. As a member of Northern Light Health, the medical center is part of an integrated statewide health system comprising nine hospitals, numerous primary and specialty care practices, long-term care facilities, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport services. This integrated model supports coordinated, patient-centered care across the continuum. Eastern Maine Medical Center plays a central role in advancing clinical quality, operational efficiency, and health equity throughout the region. It is actively engaged in clinical education and serves as a training site for medical students, residents, and fellows through affiliations with academic and professional institutions. Bangor, Maine offers a stable and supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The region is home to high-performing public and private schools, including the University of Maine’s flagship campus in Orono. Bangor International Airport provides convenient commercial air service with direct and connecting flights to major US hubs. The area also offers access to a wide range of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities, with outdoor activities available year-round in Maine’s forests, lakes, mountains, and coastal regions. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a strategic hub for clinical excellence, innovation, and community health in northern New England. Questions? Contact Talent Acquisition: phone: 207-973-7100 email: talentacquisition@northernlight.org EMMC, Bangor, Maine, Level 2 Trauma Center, hospital, Cancer Care,