Clinical Nurse (RN) - General Surgical Unit (P3CD) - New Graduates Welcome

MaineHealth; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join their dynamic team. This full-time night shift position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional care in a high-paced Medical Surgical unit, emphasizing patient safety, comfort, and outcomes. New graduate RNs will benefit from a supportive Nurse Residency Program, while seasoned professionals can expect a collaborative environment fostering growth and development. With a generous sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about community health and delivering top-tier care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to £10,000

Parental leave

Flexible work policies

Student loan assistance

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program required; BSN preferred.
• Current Maine RN license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care through assessment, diagnosis, and planning.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of nursing practices

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Description

Maine Medical Center

Department: Nursing

Req #: 29756

This is a bargaining unit position.

Job Posting Date: 4/1/2025

Positions Available: 3

Sign-on Bonus: For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for all eligible new graduate Registered Nurses!

Eligibility: Candidates hired (offer accepted) into a full or part-time RN position are eligible. Bonus is prorated for part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth employees are ineligible; former employees are ineligible until more than 6 months after separation.

Unit Description: P3CD is a high-paced 29-bed Medical Surgical unit providing exceptional care for adult patients before and after surgical procedures. Our team emphasizes patient safety, comfort, and outcomes, fostering a culture of teamwork, communication, compassionate care, and cultural sensitivity. We support shared governance and professional development.

Shift Details: This is a full-time night shift position with a 36-hour schedule, consisting of three 12-hour shifts.

Position Summary: The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values through excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family-centered care, community commitment, and accountability. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of nursing care, beginning with initial contact and continuing across the care continuum in inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program. BSN preferred. Must enroll in a BSN program within five years of hire and complete it within one year.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Maine RN license.
• Experience: No experience required; caring for geriatric patients preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, principles, and processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical skills to monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately.
• New graduate RNs (<6 months experience) are enrolled in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program. Exceptions may be considered for transfers with prior RN experience or participation in a formal orientation.
• Progression to Clinical Nurse II is possible after 12 months, contingent on performance.

Additional Information:

Working across MaineHealth locations offers collaboration with dedicated healthcare professionals committed to community health. We provide benefits supporting today’s needs and tomorrow’s planning, including parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is invested in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can grow and thrive. If you're interested in delivering top-tier care in a supportive community, apply today.

For questions, contact Michelle L. Lefebvre at [e-mail]