Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA)-Medical Surgical

MaineHealth; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid parental leave

Flexible scheduling

Student loan assistance

Professional development

Job summary

MaineHealth seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) I to deliver basic care under RN supervision within Mid Coast Hospital. The role emphasizes safe, patient-centered care and teamwork to support nursing operations.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, active CNA license, and BLS within 30 days. Sign-on bonuses of $2,500 for 0–1 years FT and $4,000 for 1+ years FT are available; benefits and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current CNA license required; BLS cert within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic level CNA care under RN supervision.
• Assist with nursing care administration and patient comfort.

Skills

CNA certification

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

N/A

Job description

Description

Mid Coast Hospital

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 93435

Come join us! Working within a model of “Safe Patient Family Centered Care”, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an integral part of our Health Care team!

For a limitedtimeMaineHealth is offeringsign onbonuses for Certified Nursing Assistants:

0-1years 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 orPart timeCNA position. Bonus amount prorated forPart timehires,per diem hires are ineligible.

CurrentMaine Healthmember employees are ineligible; former MaineHealthMembersare ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) I provides basic level CNA care assisting in the administration of nursing care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
• Experience: Less than six months of CNA experience

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $20.27to $24.36 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.