Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Central Maine Medical Center; Greene (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, ME, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department. This full-time night shift (7p–7a, 12-hour shifts) offers a pay range of $37.00 to $51.28 per hour and a sign-on bonus for experienced RNs.

The facility supports professional growth and a fast-hiring process to onboard qualified candidates. Applicants must hold a current RN license and BLS; ACLS and PALS are required within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required
• BSN preferred or higher
• ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications preferred
• Minimum 1 year acute care ED experience
• CEN preferred or active nursing certification

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in the ED
• Perform rapid assessment and triage
• Respond to trauma and life-threatening conditions
• Interpret labs and diagnostics
• Communicate patient status with physicians and teams
• Administer medications and emergency treatments
• Educate patients and families on care and discharge
• Document care accurately and timely
• Ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and safety standards
• Report suspected abuse/neglect as required

Skills

Rapid assessment

Triage

Emergency care

Patient education

Team communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Current RN License

BSN preferred

ACLS

BLS

PALS

ENPC or PALS 30 days

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Bonus Amount: Experienced RNs (2+ years acute care): Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus New Graduate RNs: Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Bonus Information: Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department

Pay Range: $37.00 to $51.28 per hour

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME

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

Why Join Our Team?

• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
• Modern acute care environment
• Streamlined hiring process with fast decisions

Fast Hiring Process

Apply - 15-Minute Recruiter Prescreen - One Hiring Manager Interview - Fast Hiring Decision

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient-centered care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in a fast-paced Emergency Department (ED). Responsible for direct patient care, rapid assessment, triage, emergency response, and critical clinical decision-making.

• Deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department (ED)
• Perform rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care
• Respond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions
• Interpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms
• Communicate patient status with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments
• Educate patients and families on care and discharge instructions
• Ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and patient safety standards
• Report suspected abuse/neglect per regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting; E.R. setting preferred.
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility May Require Items Listed Below)

• In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current.
• EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.
• Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required.

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH‘s hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine‘s southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $37.00 to $51.28 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Benefits

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:

Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity: