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Registered Nurse

Central Maine Medical Center

Lewiston, Maine

$37–$51.28/hr

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Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 4, 2026

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Pay Range: $37.00 to $51.28 per hour

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Bonus Amount $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for RNs with 2+ Years of Acute Care Experience New Graduate RNs Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department Pay Range: $37.00 to $51.28 per hour Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME Full-time | Nights | 7p–7a | 12-Hour Shifts Why Join Our Team? Career growth and advancement opportunities Supportive leadership and collaborative care teams Modern acute care environment Streamlined hiring process with fast decisions Fast Hiring Process Apply → 15-Minute Recruiter Prescreen → One Hiring Manager Interview → Fast Hiring Decision Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient-centered care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in a fast-paced Emergency Department (ED). Responsible for direct patient care, rapid assessment, triage, emergency response, and critical clinical decision-making. Deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department (ED) Perform rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care Respond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions Interpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms Communicate patient status with physicians and interdisciplinary teams Administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments Educate patients and families on care and discharge instructions Ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and patient safety standards Report suspected abuse/neglect per regulatory requirements Maintain accurate, timely documentation Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire. Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting; E. R. setting preferred. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Facility Specific Requirements (facility May Require Items Listed Below) In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current. EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire. Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current. Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required. Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. Pay Transparency Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $37.00 to $51.28 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/ Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Requirements

  • Acute Care Experience New Graduate RNs Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits

  • $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for RNs with 2+ Years of Acute Care Experience
  • $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for New Graduate RNs
  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package with customization options
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

About the employer

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Central Maine Medical Center
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Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) is a community hospital located in Lewiston, Maine, and serves as the flagship facility of Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 people across central, western, and midcoastal Maine. The…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Part of a multi-hospital integrated healthcare system with regional specialty programs including heart and vascular, trauma, and cancer centers
  • Recently joined Prime Healthcare Foundation, providing access to a larger national health system's resources
  • Clinical leadership presence at the executive level with a CNO on the leadership team

What reviewers flag

  • Recent acquisition by Prime Healthcare Foundation creates organizational uncertainty as leadership structures and policies transition
  • Full-time night shift positions with 12-hour shifts and weekend rotation may pose work-life balance challenges
  • Limited publicly available data on nurse compensation, benefits, and workplace satisfaction metrics
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Living in Lewiston, ME

Lewiston sits along the Androscoggin River in south-central Maine, offering nurses a small-city pace with easy access to Portland and the Lakes Region. Its Franco-American roots and Bates College campus give it a distinct cultural identity.

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94.7
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Median gross rent
$986/mo
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