Family Nurse Practitioner Resident - PGY 1

Penobscot Community Health Care; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Health benefits

Paid time off

403(b) retirement

Short/Long-term disability

Malpractice coverage (FTCA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Holidays & conference attendance

Job summary

Penobscot Community Health Care in Bangor, ME, invites applications for the Family Nurse Practitioner Resident - PGY1. This full-time, on-site residency provides structured mentorship, interprofessional training, and diverse clinical rotations in a federally qualified health center setting.

The one-year program supports recent NP graduates with tailored professional development and generous benefits, and offers a pathway into PCHC opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program within the last 18 months.
• Eligible for application of license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maine.
• Current/Eligible for DEA license.
• If not current at hire, obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) within two weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care across a wide age range and maintain accurate patient records.
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team to deliver high-quality primary care under supervision.
• Salaried position: ~40 hours/week, 32 hours of patient contact, no nights or weekends, one week on-call near year-end.
• Engage in rotations such as Community Care, Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Recovery Services, School-Based Healthcare, and more.

Education

Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Maine NP licensure eligibility

DEA license eligibility

BLS certification

Job description

Family Nurse Practitioner Resident - PGY 1

Requisition Number: FAMIL004759

• Posted : October 16, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary : $100,000 USD per year

Locations

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Penobscot Community Health Center
1012 Union Street
Bangor, ME 04401, USA

Description

Join us in transforming the primary care workforce! Penobscot Community Health Care is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for our one-year (PGY1), full-time Nurse Practitioner Residency Program, now entering its 8th year of training excellence. The program is fully accredited by the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers, making it one of only a select group of programs nationwide to receive this distinction.

As a Resident, you will gain advanced training in primary care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting, serving patients across the lifespan in an integrated, team-based environment. The program offers:

• Structured mentorship and preceptorship from experienced providers.
• Cohort model promotes shared learning and collaboration, emotional and professional support, diverse perspectives, and a community of belonging
• Interdisciplinary training with medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health teams.
• Diverse clinical rotations to support primary care clinical experiences
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in caring for underserved and rural populations in Maine.

Penobscot Community Health Care’s (PCHC) Nurse Practitioner Residency’s mission is to provide recent family nurse practitioner graduates with a positive and supportive transition from education to practice. In alignment with the organization's mission to improve the health and well-being of Maine communities, particularly in underserved and rural areas, the program focuses on enhancing clinical, team-based, and trauma-informed care in safety-net settings. By fostering provider wellness and resilience, the residency prepares primary care providers for long-term professional careers delivering integrated, patient-centered care that meets the diverse needs of our communities.

OVERVIEW

The NP Resident will

• Deliver medical care to a wide variety of patients and will be responsible for maintaining accurate and current patient records as well as scheduling and administering follow-up appointments for patients as required.
• Work effectively with other members of the team to deliver the best primary care to our patients and perform selective medical services under the direction of supervising physicians and providers.
• Salaried position: Work week approximately 40 hours, with 32 hours of patient contact. No nights, weekends, with one week of call near the end of the year.
• Have an opportunity to experience internal rotations such as Community Care and Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Recovery Services, School-Based Healthcare, Healthcare for the Unhoused, and much more.

BENEFITS

• Slower paced schedule and a smaller panel of patients while learning to be a primary care provider
• Residents will be provided the same clinical and administrative support as our current providers
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• $5,000 housing stipend
• Weekly didactic sessions covering a variety of topics relevant to family practice, journal club, book club and case study reviews
• Generous paid time off - front-loaded Earned Time (ET), plus accrued Earned Paid Leave (EPL) and 11 recognized holidays (when a recognized holiday falls during a regularly scheduled workday).
• 403(b) Retirement
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision options
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)
• Maine Nurse Practitioner Association Spring Conference attendance and associated expenses
• Seamless transition upon completion of residency - apply for PCHC opportunities being already familiar with the programs, facilities, and teams!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Graduate of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program within the last 18 months
• Eligible for application of license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maine
• Current/Eligible for application of DEA licenseStated commitment to a career in primary care in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
• Will have to obtain up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. NP Resident must obtain within two weeks of hire, if not current at hire.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Current CV
• Un-Official Transcript (Official Transcript must be submitted once educational program is complete)
• Three professional references are required and must be received within one week of scheduling an interview with the leadership team.

Why Penobscot Community Health Care?

Governed by a board of community volunteers, PCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center comprised of seventeen practices and program service sites in Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Belfast, and Jackman. As an organization PCHC offers a wide range of fully integrated primary care services for the whole person: family medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, dental, mental health, nutrition, substance use disorder treatment, primary care pharmacy, and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness, and more!

• PCHC providers rely on highly innovative, creative, and dynamic programs and care models
• Engaged, supportive patient population with demonstrated need
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed and accessible leadership
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits

PCHC supports and empowers people to advocate for their personal goals and needs and connect with community-based resources. Our success is measured when the health of our community encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging.

Bangor, Maine: Live and work in a historic riverside city just half an hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own international airport. It’s a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) or Portland’s quaint Old Port (2 hrs.). Limitless four-season outdoor recreational opportunities, a wide variety of arts, cultural and entertainment venues coupled with great family-centered neighborhoods and excellent public, and private educational opportunities make the Greater Bangor Region highly desirable for professional families.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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