Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)

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Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital
Schedule: Part Time
Shift: Night
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 33852
Date Posted: May 13, 2025

For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering sign-on bonuses for Clinical Nursing Assistants (CNA):

• 0-1 years of experience eligible for $2,500 (full time)
• 1+ years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)
• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part-time CNA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth employee members are ineligible; former MaineHealth members are ineligible until more than 6 months of separation from employment.

Unit Bio:

The NICU/CCN in The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital is a 51-bed level III-IV unit. This is the largest ICU in Maine. It features single rooms with state-of-the-art equipment and collaborates closely with various disciplines—surgical, cardiac, GI, genetics, renal, palliative care, etc. Neonatologists and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) cover 24/7, supported by a nursing staff of 150. The unit also has an active critical care transport team and a nurse-driven PICC team. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has 31 beds, and the Continuing Care Nursery has 20 beds.

Summary:

Under the supervision of Registered Professional Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Duties may vary by area of assignment, requiring consideration of the specific needs and behaviors of patient populations.

The Certified Nursing Assistant II assists in providing nursing care to designated patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs a variety of direct and indirect care duties.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current applicable state license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
• CNA experience of 0-6 months; on-the-job training will be provided.

Additional Information:

With a career at MaineHealth, you'll work with healthcare professionals who value both their colleagues and the communities they serve. We offer benefits supporting your needs today and flexibility for tomorrow—such as paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training and education, and well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're interested in building a career in a supportive environment dedicated to delivering top-quality care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Meredith C. Files at [emailprotected]

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and influenza, subject to medical or religious exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

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