Registered Nurse (RN) - Horizon Program (HIV/AIDS Specialty Care)

Job Summary:

MaineGeneral Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Horizon Program, a specialized clinic providing comprehensive care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients by delivering exceptional medical care, education, and support. If you are passionate about holistic healthcare and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description:

Role Registered Nurse (RN)

As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Horizon Program, you will provide comprehensive care to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Your role includes conducting patient assessments, administering and managing antiretroviral therapy (ART), and monitoring for disease progression or complications. You will educate patients on their condition, medication adherence, and prevention strategies, while offering emotional support and lifestyle guidance. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate care plans, facilitate referrals, and participate in community outreach programs to raise awareness and reduce stigma. Additionally, you will assist with Clinical Quality Management by ensuring adherence to best practices, monitoring performance metrics, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Accurate documentation and compliance with privacy regulations are integral to this role.

Position Highlights:

• Monday through Friday Schedule

What You'll Do:

• Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Takes calls from patients/caregivers requesting assistance. Provides advice, referrals, and patient education. For symptomatic patients determines the necessity and type of care needed and advises caller regarding appropriate care.
• Performs administrative duties to coordinate patient care, including data collection, answering phones, scheduling tests/procedures and appointments, calling in prescriptions, determining insurance coverage, and billing and receiving payments.

Your Qualifications:

• Current and valid RN license in the State of Maine
• minimum 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in infectious diseases, public health, or related fields
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS care, including antiretroviral therapy, is preferred but not required

Why Choose MaineGeneral:

• Join a team committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care
• competitive compensation and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development
• Be part of a program that makes a real impact in the community and supports vulnerable populations

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Scheduled Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Job Exempt:

No

Benefits

Supporting all aspects of our employees’ wellness – physical, emotional and financial – is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.

Physical Wellness:

• We offer quality health, dental, and vision benefits and wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle and help manage health care costs.
• Employees have access to industry-leading leave for new parents.
• A generous earned time plan is offered to all employees - We believe employees need and deserve time away from work to observe holidays, be with family, go on vacation, or simply take care of themselves.

Emotional Wellness:

When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.

Financial Wellness:

• An employee discount program is available to all employees for services provided by MaineGeneral Medical Center.
• Loan Reimbursement is available for this position dependent upon current degree level.  Please discuss benefit with the recruiter.
• Tuition Reimbursement is available to all employees to further develop skills and career.
• We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another