Registered Nurse Unit Manager – Local Day Contract – Waterville, ME

Domnovate; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Domnovate Healthcare seeks a Registered Nurse Unit Manager for a local contract in Waterville, Maine. Lead daily nursing operations, coordinate staffing, and guide the nursing team to align resident care with standards and requirements.

This on-site assignment offers a 40-hour weekly schedule with a clear pathway to high-quality patient outcomes. The ideal candidate holds an accredited nursing degree and Maine RN licensure, demonstrates strong clinical judgment and communication, and can

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and Maine RN license.
• Clinical judgment and effective communication.
• Ability to lead nursing staff and coordinate resident care.
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption with documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily nursing operations for the assigned unit.
• Coordinate staffing and orient/support team members.
• Ensure compliance with care standards and timely documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team to achieve positive resident outcomes.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Staff coordination

Nursing leadership

Education

RN degree / Licensed Nurse

Job description

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Total Compensation: $46.00–$50.00/hour*

Lead thoughtful care and support your nursing team

Our Client is seeking a Registered Nurse Unit Manager for a local contract in Waterville, Maine. Bring clinical judgment, clear communication and a collaborative approach to nursing leadership in a long-term care setting.

Your contribution

Support the Director of Nursing in coordinating high-quality care for an assigned unit. Lead daily nursing operations, guide staff and help align care with resident needs, accepted practice standards and applicable requirements. Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation professionals and the broader care team to support positive outcomes and a respectful experience for residents and families.

Help coordinate staffing, orient and support team members, assess performance and communicate care priorities clearly. Encourage dependable documentation, safe practices and timely follow-up when needs change.

Assignment and schedule

• On-site local contract; no traveler stipend.
• Source dates: November 2–December 28, 2026, approximately nine weeks. Actual start and remaining duration will be confirmed before offer.
• Monday–Friday day-shift window, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with a source-listed 30-minute meal period.
• The source lists a 40-hour weekly guarantee, subject to attendance and assignment terms. Confirm the complete paid work pattern, meal arrangements and any overtime or on-call requirements before offer.

What you bring

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, college or university and current Maine RN authorization appropriate to the assignment before practice.
• Clinical judgment, effective communication and the ability to guide nursing staff and coordinate resident care.
• Ability to complete applicable credentialing, screening, orientation and client requirements. The source requires COVID-19 vaccination or an employer-documented medical or religious exemption, with additional doses where required by law; requirements and accommodations will be reviewed during hiring.

Medical, dental and vision benefits are available, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Employment arrangement: Contract placements recruited through Domnovate Healthcare are W-2 employment through our employer of record. Our Client is the assignment site.

Equal opportunity: All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

*Actual compensation will vary based on assignment, schedule, experience, qualifications and other job-related factors. The advertised range is taxable W-2 hourly pay for this local assignment and does not include traveler reimbursements. Final terms are confirmed before offer.