Trainee -Sleep Tech - Full-time

pspan style="font-weight:800"Northern Light A.R. Gould /span/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Department: /spanNursing and Clinical Education/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Position is located:/spanNorthern Light A.R. Gould Hospital/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Work Type: /spanFull Time/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Hours Per Week:/span36.00/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Work Schedule: /span7:00pm - 7:00am/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Summary/span:/pp/pp class="default"A Trainee – Sleep Tech may be employed up to twelve (12) months, on a full time basis as they complete an approved program of study. Trainee positions are designed to “Earn while you Learn”, in a formal program of study. The training is supported by AR Gould and applicants are required to sign an extra-ordinary training agreement as part of the position offer. Training program consists of about 3 months of Night shift training and 2 weeks of Day shift training with online coursework. After completion of training program, position consists of night shifts.span style="font-size:10pt"/spanOnce the trainee successfully passes the education program and the appropriate licensure/ certification examination, they are expected to transition to a full time role in their area of study. Details and expectations are included in their letter of agreement/extra-ordinary training agreement. In addition to the essential duties for the course work, the training and /or competency evaluation is based upon the standard education curriculum and the essential duties of the position. (By way of example, LPN trainees must be able to meet the essential duties for LPN).span style="font-size:10pt"/span/pp/pp/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Responsibilities:/span/pp/pulliUpon completion of the education program, meet the essential duties and responsibilities for the position sought./liliActively participate in classroom and clinical experiences, adhering to all program requirements in order to successfully complete the program./liliMeet all program admission requirements prior to being offered a position./liliMeet all program exit requirements, including requirements for the certified/licensed position sought./liliKeep Clinical Instructor informed of the patient’s status and changes as well as problems./liliComply with mandated hospital and departmental programs./liliAccept responsibility for professional growth and development./liliDemonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and objectives of AR Gould./liliWork with the education and leadership team to assure a balance of work and educational responsibilities./li/ulp/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Other Information/span:/pp/ppOther Information:/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"1. No previous clinical experience is required for Trainee – Sleep Tech./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"2. Must meet program admission/certification/licensure requirements./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"3. Training program consists of about 3 months of Night shift training and 2 weeks of Day shift training with online coursework./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"4. After completion of training program, position consists of night shifts./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"5. Will obtain active licensure or certification status within 120 days of completion of the program, unless otherwise specified in the agreement letter./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"6. Must be able to read and write with proficiency to accomplish responsibilities./span/pp class="default"span style="font-size:10pt"7. Must attend all clinical and class educational sessions and complete the educational requirements of the course./span/pp/ppspan style="font-size:10pt"8. Team work, motivation, self-directedness, and commitment to patients are essential skills./span/pp/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Competencies and Skills/spanbr //pp/pulliDemonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one#39;s behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively./liliPromotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues./liliBehaves 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./liliCultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation./liliFosters 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./liliPractices 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./li/ulp/pp/pp/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Education/spanbr //pp/pulliRequired High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)/li/ulp/pp/pp/ppspan style="font-weight:800"Working Conditions/span/pp/pulliPotential exposure to diseases or infections./liliPotential exposure to hazardous materials./liliWork beyond the regularly scheduled hours./liliProlonged periods of kneeling./liliProlonged periods of sitting./liliProlonged periods of standing./liliProlonged periods of walking./li/ulp/pp/ppfont color="#fafafa"ARG, Presque Isle, Aroostook County, Maine, TAMC, Northern Maine, Rural Health Care/font/pp/pp/pp/p