Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $15,000

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department, working night shifts (7p–7a). The RN will provide safe, patient-centered care, perform direct patient care, and manage emergency situations. Candidates must have a valid RN license and preferably a BSN, along with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Experience in an acute care or E.R. setting is preferred. Sign-On Bonus available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.

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
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments
• Educate patients and families on care and discharge instructions

Skills

Direct patient care

Rapid assessment

Triage

Critical clinical decision-making

Education

Current and valid state RN License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

ACLS certificate

BLS certificate

PALS certificate

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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