Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Central Maine Medical Center

LEWISTON, Maine

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cancer, Cardiology, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Outcomes, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Infection Control, Intravenous Therapies, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medication Administration, Nursing Management, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Phlebotomy, Primary Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Treatment Plan
LOCATION
LEWISTON, Maine
POSTED
19 days ago
Bonus Amount: $5000. Bonus Information: Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview:

LPN / LVN – Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME

Full-time | Nights | 7p–7a | 12-Hour Shifts

 

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity Coronary Care Unit (CCU). Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), this role supports cardiac patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes while enhancing the patient experience.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide bedside patient care and monitor vital signs and cardiac status
  • Assist with medication administration, IV therapy, and blood draws
  • Collaborate with RNs and care teams on treatment plans
  • Ensure patient safety, infection control, and protocol compliance
  • Document care in EMR/EHR systems
  • Report changes in patient condition promptly
Qualifications:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

 

1.     High School Diploma or equivalent required.

2.     Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) required.

3.     IV certification and Blood Withdrawal (BW) certification within 90 days of hire date.

4.     Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

5.     Work experience in health care preferred.

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Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal 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.

Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

 

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Central Maine Medical Center