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Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

$20k

Central Maine Medical Center

Job Description

Job Description

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 for Experienced RNs with over 2 Years in Acute Care. Bonus Details: Available for qualified candidates, with eligibility and payout terms discussed during the interview.

Overview

Join Our Surgical Services Team!

We are offering a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 for RNs with 2+ years of experience in Surgical Services or Acute Care.

Hourly Rate: $36.00–$49.16

Gross Earnings: $432.00–$589.92 per 12-hour shift (before taxes and deductions; overtime compensated as per applicable laws).

Shift Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts | Daytime Availability

Why Become Part of 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 compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and specialty certification.
Efficient Hiring Process

Steps: Apply → 15-Minute Recruiter Screening → Interview with Hiring Manager → Quick 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 now and become part of a surgical team committed to excellence, innovation, and exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

The Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing safe, patient-centered perioperative care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care throughout the surgical process while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

  • Administer perioperative nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure the best patient outcomes.
  • Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and respond to clinical changes.
  • Maintain a safe and sterile environment while ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Supervise and assist OR Technicians and 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

Education, Experience, and Training:

  • Current and valid state RN License.
  • Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain it.
  • Current ACLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it.
  • Current PALS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it.
  • At least one year of prior perioperative experience or on-the-job training.
  • Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification (AORN) is preferred.
  • 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 regions through a network of over 40 primary and specialty care locations. Our flagship facility is a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that includes the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and a heart and vascular institute. We also support critical access hospitals that provide essential care 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 coverage
  • 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, considering various factors such as skills, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Employment Status

Full-Time

Shift: Nights

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. We also prohibit harassment based on these protected categories.

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