Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Central Maine Medical Center; Gardiner (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Residency Program

Skills training & ongoing education

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for their Medical Surgical unit in Lewiston, ME. This position involves providing direct patient care, monitoring conditions, administering medications, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role welcomes new graduate RNs, offering a structured residency program, skills training, and opportunities for career growth. Shifts are nights, 7p–7a with 12-hour shifts. Ideal candidates should have a valid RN license, current BLS, and ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Previous acute care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for assigned Medical-Surgical patients.
• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor patient conditions.
• Communicate changes in condition to physicians.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as per orders.
• Provide patient education and guide nursing support staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Communication

Medication Administration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current and valid state RN License

Current BLS certificate

Current ACLS certificate

Job description

Bonus

Bonus Amount: $15,000.00. Sign‑On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Job Summary

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME

Full-time | Nights | 7p–7a | 12-Hour Shifts

We welcome new graduate RNs and offer a structured residency program, hands‑on training, and dedicated preceptor support to build confidence and clinical skills.

• New Grad Residency Program
• Skills training & ongoing education
• Career growth opportunities

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient‑centered care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) within the Medical‑Surgical unit. Responsible for direct patient care, care coordination, and clinical assessment in an acute care environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for assigned Medical‑Surgical patients
• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor patient condition and response to treatment
• Communicate changes in condition, diagnostic results, and symptomatology to physicians
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments per orders
• Provide patient and family education and guide nursing support staff
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient status
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with patient safety, HIPAA, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days upon hire; maintain current and preferred
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred
• Ventilator Management experience preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Employment Status

Full Time Shift: Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.