Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Care Operating Room - New Graduates Welcome

Description Franklin Hospital Nursing, Req #: 81979 Are you looking for a nursing career that offers a unique blend of teamwork, technical skill, and patient advocacy? Join the Surgical Care team at Franklin Hospital and discover the rewarding world of Operating Room nursing. The Operating Room is very different from traditional bedside nursing. Rather than managing multiple patients throughout a shift, OR nurses focus on one patient at a time, serving as a critical advocate throughout the surgical experience. You'll work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists in a highly collaborative environment where communication, precision, and teamwork are essential. Whether you're an experienced nurse or a new graduate interested in exploring a specialty area, this role offers the opportunity to learn a unique set of clinical skills through a supportive orientation and training program. You’ll gain expertise in surgical procedures, sterile technique, patient safety, and perioperative care while helping ensure every patient receives exceptional care before, during, and after surgery. This full‑time opportunity is ideal for nurses who enjoy working as part of a close‑knit team, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and are excited to learn a specialty that differs from traditional inpatient nursing. If you’re looking for a rewarding career where every day brings new learning opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Schedule and Compensation Shift: 7 am–3:30 pm. 32 hours, 4 days a week, 1 day off a week, 8‑hour shifts, call 1‑2 nights a week and 1 call weekend every 4–5 weeks. This is a Registered Nurse vacancy open to new graduate candidates or candidates with greater than 1 year of RN work experience. For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 0–2 years of experience and $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of experience. Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part‑time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part‑time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. Summary The MH Registered Nurse – Acute Care role in Surgical Care Operating Room provides high‑quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes. Collaborates, delegates, and communicates with members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal care. This level is competent in their clinical role and has demonstrated the ability to care for most patients assigned. Though not able to care for every patient type within their area of hire, demonstrates how to obtain the appropriate resources to develop required skills and knowledge over time. This level includes automatic advancement after 1 year as a RN I – must be in good standing and meets RN I requirements. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Education: New Graduate or Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. Licensure/Certification: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Other certifications may be required specific to area of practice or in accordance with Department guidelines. Experience: New Graduate or One year of recent RN experience required. Automatic advancement from RN I level if all onboarding requirements are complete, including the New Grad Residency (where available). Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well‑being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best‑in‑class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr MaineHealth