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Pediatric Home Health RN
Portland, Maine
MaineHealth Care at Home

$2,633-3,230/week

Posted 23 hours ago

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Job info

Location: Portland, Maine
Employment Type: Travel

Specialty: Home Health Care
Shift: Day shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Weekly Hours: 40 hours guaranteed
Weekend Schedule:
- Every other weekend rotation with a weekday off, OR
- Permanent Tuesday-Saturday schedule with Sunday and Monday off, OR
- Permanent Sunday-Thursday schedule with Friday and Saturday off
- Schedule based on agency needs at time of contract
Call Requirements: No overnight call. Call back required 2-4 times per month between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM if an extra visit is needed. Notification by 5:00 PM on the day of call.
Contract Length: 26 weeks

Required Years of Experience: At least 2 years in specialty
Prior Travel Experience: Not specified (assumed not required)
Required Certifications: BLS
Required Skills/Experience:
- Experience with Epic EMR and OASIS
- Home Health experience
Preferred Skills:
- IV therapy
- Tube feeds
- VAC dressings
- Compression wraps
- Port access
- Ostomies
- Chest tubes
- S/p catheters
- Lab draws

Patient Types: Adult med-surg, oncology, cardiac, neurological, respiratory, wound care, GI, GU patients
Patient Load: Case manages 20-25 patients with an expectation of 5-6 visits per day; may be used as a re-visitor if agency needs change
Equipment Provided: Agency laptop, iPhone with case and chargers, mouse, nursing supply bin, nursing bag with vital signs equipment, INR machine, agency bag (all must be returned upon contract completion)
EMR System: Epic

Personality Fit: Organized, collaborative, team-oriented, good communication skills, strong time management and documentation skills, open to feedback for improvement
Dress Code: Business casual or scrubs (any color)
Unacceptable Attire: No jeans, open-toed shoes, or clothing with holes

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Portland, ME is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the primary factor.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Portland, ME, but they may require some searching due to demand.

Transportation

Portland is relatively car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation options like buses and ferries for getting around the city and nearby islands.

Demographics

Portland, ME has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Portland, ME offers a vibrant food scene with numerous restaurants, as well as art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic cruises, whale watches, and island hopping in Casco Bay.

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