At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day. Nurse Practitioner - Wound CarePOSITION SUMMARY:The Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Nurse is accountable for providing comprehensive holistic care using the nursing process in the coordination and management of patients with acute and chronic wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers, ostomies, continence issues, and other states of impaired skin integrity. Utilization of the nursing process includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. The WOC Nurse must be able to communicate verbally and through writing in a way that ultimately results in enhanced patient outcomes. The WOC Nurse provides recommendations of treatment to providers and the health care team the physicians/practitioners related to wound, skin and ostomy management. The Nurse has the responsibility to effectively and appropriately utilize the nursing process while providing the full scope of certification in wound, ostomy and continence care nursing practice (WOCN), certification in wound and ostomy care required. The position includes direct patient care, patient and staff education, quality improvement activities, research, and administrative duties with a commitment to evidence-based care. Responsible for accurate and complete work based on organization standards, policies and procedures, HIPAA, and compliance with any regulatory agencies. Proficient use of an EMR system, excellent communications skills and pediatric experience a plus. E DUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing, BSN strongly recommended, MSN preferred.
Active Nursing license in Maine or Nurse Compact
Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Certification in Wound, Ostomy required and Continence preferred.
Three years’ experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patient, physicians and co-workers.
Exceptional verbal and written communication.
Effectively collaborate with Nursing, Case Management, PT/OT, providers, home health services, nutritionist and outpatient services to provide optimal care.
Proficient with computer programs and keyboarding.
Ability to make independent nursing decision.
Work well under stressful situation related to the general public, nurses and physicians in a tactful manner.
Proficient critical thinking ability.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, provide oral and written instructions, interact tactfully with patients and families and establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation.
Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourage strong morale within the team and maintain effective, professional relationships with others.
Why Join Central Maine Healthcare?Ø Work life balance with flexible schedules, Paid time off (Open Choice Time – 7 Weeks)Ø Excellent annual compensation and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Malpractice and Tail coverage, etc.Ø Tuition Loan ReimbursementØ Continuing Medical EducationØ Professional opportunities for mentorship, growth and advancementAbout Our Community: Maine is a land full of beauty offering beautiful beaches, a rocky coastline, lakes and mountains all within driving distance. Maine has lots to offer outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year from camping, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, etc. Within the state there is a burgeoning food, craft drink and entertainment scene. For families, Maine offers safe communities with access to rural and urban areas; as well as nearby airports, train and bus stations. Boston is just a couple of hours to the south and can be accessed by car, train or bus.Lewiston Region: Maine’s second largest city, Lewiston and the city of Auburn sit on the banks of the Androscoggin River. Together the cities, L/A as it is referred to locally, form the cultural and business center of Androscoggin County. The cities offer a robust food, drink and arts scene along with world-class educational institutions, such as Bates College. Outdoor opportunities abound with trails, public green spaces and water access to the river and area lakes.Bridgton Region: Bridgton is a town in Cumberland County, Maine; a resort area in Maine’s Lake Region and home to Bridgton Academy, a private preparatory school. The town is nestled among many of the state’s most scenic lakes and offers a variety of year-round outdoor recreation activities, as well as easy access to some of the area’s most significant historical and cultural sites, as well as the Atlantic coast beaches. Ski enthusiasts, in particular, will love this area for its ski slopes –these unique ski slopes, created by the townspeople in the 1930’s, spell the word “LOVE”.Rumford Region: A beautiful, rural area, the town is located in west-central Maine’s Oxford County and is surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and lakes. This area boasts many recreational opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing; and it’s also home to the largest waterfall east of Niagara. The business district of the town is located on “The Island” located between the Androscoggin River and the canals. The Island features restaurants and retail stores along with the local government offices, Post Office and banking institutions.For more information, visit Central Maine Healthcare or connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and TwitterTo be considered for this position: Please apply through our online, short application process using the APPLY button.Should you have any difficulty applying, please contact:Rinda WisemanSenior Provider Recruiterrinda.wiseman@cmhc.org If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! AT CENTRAL MAINE HEALTHCARE YOU ARE AT THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING WE DO Our why, our purpose, drives every decision and action we take as a healthcare system. We strive everyday to deliver exceptional care, and to improve our community. We are a non-profit organization that is breaking the traditional healthcare mold by bringing our patients and their family’s high value, low cost, and award-winning care while focusing on creating an exceptional experience for them; all within their communities. To accomplish this, we only hire individuals who are committed to excellence, who embody the principles of our CMH Experience Service Standards, and who are ready to step in and help their fellow team members achieve those exceptional results for our patients, their families, and the community.Central Maine Healthcare System The organization is broad in its footprint, with three (3) hospitals in Bridgton, Lewiston, and Rumford, and over 75 individual practices within our Medical Group. Lewiston’s Central Maine Medical Center is a certified and award-winning level two trauma center, along with our Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute and the upcoming highly anticipated launch of our comprehensive state of the art cancer treatment center. Both Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals are four (4) star accredited acute care hospitals, and our Medical Group and Maine Urgent Care Centers have won multiple awards within their specialties. As a system we are a six-time winner of the Leapfrog Safety A Rating since 2019, representing some of the highest quality care and outcomes nationwide. Our awards and accolades are only possible as a result of our commitment to culture, and a focus on safety and inclusion, in each of our patient’s experiences and in the experiences we create within our teams.If you are a person who is looking for a way to give back to your community, to help improve the lives of patients or those who care for our patients, want to be part of a growing organization that is setting the bar for Maine healthcare, apply to join Central Maine Healthcare today!Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
