Clinical Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgical/Ortho Trauma IMC Unit (R6) - New Graduates Welcome

MaineHealth; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse for the R6 unit, a dynamic neurosurgical/trauma unit. This entry-level position is ideal for new graduates, offering a supportive environment and a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. The role involves comprehensive patient care, teamwork, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policies

Student loan assistance

Training and well-being resources

Qualifications

• New graduates encouraged to apply; no prior RN experience required.
• Current Maine RN license is mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of nursing principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of nursing care.
• Coordinate care milestones to ensure timely, safe discharges.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Description

Maine Medical Center

Department: Nursing

Req #: 28399

This is a Bargaining Unit Position

Job Posting Date: 5/20/2025

Positions Available: 6

Special Offer: For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for all eligible new graduates!

*Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a full or part-time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible.

*Current MaineHealth employees are ineligible; former employees are ineligible until more than 6 months of separation.

The R6 unit is a dynamic 24-bed neurosurgical/trauma unit with an embedded 9-bed neuro-focused Intermediate Care Unit (IMC). Bean 2 is a fast-paced 12-bed Total Joint Center. This position offers RNs the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The R6 patient population includes adults and older adolescents with neurological and orthopedic conditions such as head injuries, strokes, brain tumors, seizure disorders, multi-traumas, and neurosurgical needs. RNs in IMC demonstrate strong assessment and critical thinking skills, managing patients with multi-system issues requiring telemetry, intracranial pressure monitoring, medication drips, and higher acuity care.

Bean 2's patient population includes adults post-joint replacement surgeries. This unit is part of our nationally recognized, Joint Commission-accredited joint replacement program. RNs coordinate care milestones to ensure timely, safe discharges, maintaining high patient satisfaction scores.

Working in R6/IMC/B2 involves teamwork, excellent communication, a positive attitude, and a proactive approach. As a teaching unit with frequent student rotations, it welcomes new graduate RNs and learners eager to join a supportive team. Our staff—including Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, and CNAs—work closely to meet patient needs and uphold high standards of care.

This is a full-time night shift position, consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week.

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by demonstrating excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family-centered care, community commitment, and accountability. In accordance with national nursing standards and Maine Medical Center policies, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of nursing care, beginning with initial contact and continuing across the care continuum, including inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current Maine RN license.
• Experience: No prior RN experience required; as an entry-level position, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and patient care; IMC experience strongly preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Analytical skills to detect changes in patient conditions and respond appropriately.
• New graduate RNs (<6 months experience) are automatically enrolled in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program. Exceptions may be considered for RNs with less than 1 year of experience transferring from another organization or participating in a formal orientation.
• Eligibility for advancement to Clinical Nurse II based on performance at 12 months, per the Clinical Nursing Advancement Program.

Additional Information

With a career at MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll work with healthcare professionals who value collaboration and community impact. We offer benefits supporting your needs today and your future, including paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive. If you're eager to build a career in a supportive, caring environment, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Michelle L. Lefebvre at [e-mail]