Patient Navigator (RN)- Preoperative

Maine Medical Center

Nursing

This is a Bargaining Unit Position

Job Posting Date: 09/30/2026

Full Time/Days (40 hours per week)

The Registered Nurse – Patient Navigator – PREP role is a critical member of the preoperative care team, working in close partnership with a small group of APPs and physicians who manage the assessment and optimization of medically and socially complex patients. The Patient Navigator RN will understand the clinical pathways established by the PREP program and will provide proactive clinical support to coordinate care, close communication gaps, manage care gaps, and promote timely preoperative optimization in order to improve patient outcomes.

Experience working with preoperative patients (ASU) and families preferred. Experience in community outreach preferred.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education

Bachelors’ of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree required. Master’s Degree preferred.

• License/

Certifications

Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine. Evidence of ongoing education to maintain appropriate licensing.

Experience

Experience working with preoperative patients and families preferred. Experience in community outreach preferred.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $92,847.46 to $137,966.40 per year.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable

• shift differentials or other incentives.

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