Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Surgical Services RNs

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 available for Registered Nurses with over 2 years of experience in Acute Care. Eligibility criteria and payout details will be discussed during the interview.

Compensation: Hourly rates range from $36.00 to $49.16, translating to gross earnings of $432.00 to $589.92 for a 12-hour shift (before taxes and deductions; overtime will be compensated as per applicable laws).

Shift Details: 12-hour shifts available, primarily during the day.

Why Join Our Surgical Services Team?

• Deliver outstanding perioperative care in a collaborative, patient-centered surgical setting.
• Work alongside skilled surgeons, anesthesia professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Utilize cutting-edge surgical technology while caring for patients across various specialties.
• Enjoy supportive leadership, competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and specialty certification.

Simplified Hiring Process

• Submit your application
• Participate in a brief 15-minute prescreen with a recruiter
• Attend an interview with a hiring manager
• Receive a swift hiring decision

If you are an experienced Operating Room RN, Perioperative RN, or Surgical Services RN eager to advance your career, we would be thrilled to meet you. Apply today to become part of a surgical team committed to excellence, innovation, and exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, patient-focused perioperative care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care throughout the surgical process in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer perioperative nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and respond to any clinical changes.
• Maintain a safe and sterile environment while ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Supervise and assist OR Technicians and other support staff.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and unit projects.
• Facilitate efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and high-quality care.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current and valid state RN License.
• Hold a current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain it.
• Obtain a current ACLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and keep it updated.
• Acquire a current PALS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it.
• Have at least one year of prior perioperative experience or equivalent on-the-job training.
• CNOR Certification (AORN) is preferred.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

About Us

We are an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of over 40 primary and specialty care locations. Our flagship facility is a 250-bed not-for-profit regional referral hospital, which includes the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and a heart and vascular institute. We also operate two critical access hospitals that provide essential services to rural communities.

As part of our commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, we host a nursing and medical imaging school accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, playing a vital role in training future healthcare professionals.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that allows employees to customize their benefits to meet individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Various voluntary benefit options

The estimated compensation for this role ranges from $36.00 to $49.16 per hour. The specific starting salary will be determined at the time of hiring, taking into account various factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, and certifications.

Employment Status

This position is full-time with night shifts available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (as applicable), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. Harassment based on these protected categories is also strictly prohibited.

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