Nursing Unit Secretary - Surgical R5

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,168,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MaineHealth is hiring a Nursing Unit Secretary – R5 at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. This part-time, on-site role focuses on keeping the unit organized, communicating with patients and families, and supporting the care team to ensure smooth daily operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and may require current BLS certification. Hospital experience is preferred, with prorated benefits for part-time staff. Join a team dedicated to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location.
• One year of hospital or health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be the heartbeat behind the care team by keeping the unit organized and communicating with patients, families, and care team members.
• Assist with day-to-day operations to ensure smooth unit workflow on Surgical R5.
• Provide support to nursing staff and physicians as needed to maintain efficient patient care.

Education

High School diploma or GED

BLS certification preferred

Healthcare setting experience (1 year preferred)

Job description

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Part Time
Shift: Varies
Job Category: Clerical/Administrative Support
Req #: 89650
Date Posted: Sep 4, 2026

Clerical/Administrative Support
Req #: 89650

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $3,000 sign on bonuses for
Nursing Unit Secretaries:

Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time NUS position.
Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.

Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Nursing Unit Secretary – R5

MaineHealth | Maine Medical Center
Location:22 Bramhall Street, Portland
Schedule:24 hour, day shift
Remote:On-site only (no remote flexibility)

Be the heartbeat behind the care team! As a Nursing Unit Secretary on Surgical R5 at Maine Medical Center, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the unit organized, communicating with patients, families, and care team members, and helping the day-to-day operations run smoothly. If you’re organized, calm under pressure, and love being part of a team where every day makes a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location.
• Experience: One year of hospital or health care setting preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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 $19.10to $22.53 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 [emailprotected]

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: 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.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: 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.

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