Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical - New Graduates Welcome!

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical - New Graduates Welcome! Location: Rockport, ME Facility: Pen Bay Hospital Schedule: Full Time Shift: Night Job Category: Nursing Req #: 72659 Date Posted: May 7, 2026 This is a Registered Nurse 2 vacancy open to candidates with greater than 1 year of RN work experience For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 0-2 years of RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work 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 This is a full time, 36 hours/week, night shift position. Unit Bio The Medical/Surgical Unit at Pen Bay Hospital is a 45‑bed, fast-paced, and collaborative unit where nurses care for patients across the lifespan, from pediatrics through geriatrics, in a supportive acute community hospital setting. Our nurses manage a broad and rewarding spectrum of conditions, including stroke, sepsis, post‑operative recovery, and exacerbations of chronic illness. In addition to general medical/surgical care, our team provides expert level telemetry, progressive care, palliative care, and hospice services, offering nurses the opportunity to continually expand their clinical skills while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care. What truly sets MSU apart is our people and culture. We value respect, teamwork, and psychological safety. Nurses here support one another, ask questions openly, and work together to provide the best outcomes for our patients. We are committed to continuous improvement, professional development, and building a strong, engaged team that is proud of the care we deliver. As a Registered Nurse on MSU, you will play a vital role in delivering high quality care through comprehensive assessment, thoughtful planning, skillful implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes. Nurses collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, communicate effectively, and are empowered to practice at the top of their license in an environment that values learning, growth, and mutual respect. If you’re looking for a positive place to grow your career, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a strong, evolving team, MSU at Pen Bay Hospital welcomes you. The Registered Nurse - Acute Care role 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. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: 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. ICU, SCU, ED and PACU RN’s require ACLS and PALS Certifications within one year of start date or in accordance with Department guidelines. OB, NICU RN’s require NRP Certification within one year of start date or in accordance with Department guidelines. Experience: One year of recent RN experience preferred. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Annual Electronic Fetal Monitoring competency for any RN assisting Laboring Women required. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre‑hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization