Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Central Maine Medical Center; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, ME is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department to provide patient-centered care on full-time night shifts. The RN will deliver direct patient care, perform rapid assessments, and respond to life-threatening conditions. Qualifications include a current RN license, BLS, and at least one year of experience in an acute care setting. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to document accurately. Competitive sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid state RN License.
• Requires current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Perform rapid assessment and triage of patients.
• Communicate patient status with interdisciplinary teams.
• Administer medications and emergency treatments.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety standards.

Skills

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Communication with interdisciplinary teams

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current and valid state RN License

Current BLS certificate

Current ACLS certificate

Current PALS certificate

Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation

Job description

Bonus Amount: $15,000. 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

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME

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

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

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

Facility Specific Requirements

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

Employment Status: Full Time, Shift: Nights

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