Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 for Experienced RNs with a Minimum of 2 Years in Acute Care. Bonus eligibility and payout terms will be discussed during the interview.

Overview

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Surgical Services RNs

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

Hourly Wage: $36.00–$49.16

Gross Earnings per 12-Hour Shift: $432.00–$589.92 (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.
• Collaborate with 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.

Streamlined 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 seeking to advance your career, we would be thrilled to meet you.

Apply now and join 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 working closely 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 any clinical changes.
• Maintain a safe and sterile environment while ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Oversee 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 assigned.

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 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 that includes the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and a Heart and Vascular Institute. We also support the state's only medical helicopter service.

Additionally, we operate two critical access hospitals that provide essential care to rural communities in Maine.

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, which plays 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, including wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, 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, 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 basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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