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Central Maine Medical Center

Freeport, Maine

$36/hr

About $75k–$102k/yr

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Posted Aug 25, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 30, 2026

What this means for you

Central Maine Medical Center is a community hospital, the kind of building where you learn every name fast. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $75k–$102k a year, and there's a sign-on bonus on top. It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back.

What the listing says

Shift
Nights · 12-hour

About this role

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Bonus Amount: Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced 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: Experienced Oncology RNs – Your Next Opportunity Starts Here Up to a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for RNs with 2+ Years of Oncology or Acute Care Experience New Graduate RNs Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus $36.00–$49.16/hour $432.00–$589.92 Gross per 12-Hour Shift (before taxes and deductions; overtime paid in accordance with applicable law) 12-Hour Shifts | Days, Nights & Mid Shifts Available Why Join Our Oncology Team? Deliver compassionate, specialized care to oncology and hematology patients. Join a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes. Supportive leadership that values your clinical expertise and professional growth. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and career advancement opportunities. Streamlined Hiring Process Apply → 15-Minute Recruiter Prescreen → One Hiring Manager Interview → Fast Hiring Decision Whether you‘re an experienced Oncology RN looking for your next career move or a new graduate ready to begin your nursing journey, we invite you to join a team committed to delivering exceptional cancer care while investing in your success. Apply today and make a difference where compassionate, specialized care matters most. Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient-centered care within the Oncology/Infusion Center, delivering direct patient care in accordance with clinical standards and scope of practice. Responsible for administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and infusion treatments to adult oncology patients with diagnosed malignancies. Provide direct care to oncology patients in an infusion setting Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, and IV infusions per protocol Perform patient assessments and monitor treatment response and side effects Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and symptom management Ensure adherence to oncology safety standards and hazardous drug handling protocols Communicate clinical changes, labs, and diagnostic results to physicians Maintain accurate documentation and ensure HIPAA compliance Collaborate with oncology care team to coordinate treatment and supportive care Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. Oncology Nursing Certification preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. # Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region‘s only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state‘s only medical helicopter service. CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine‘s rural communities. As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine‘s first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org. #appcast Pay Transparency Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.00 to $49.16 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. 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

Skills for this role

Chemotherapy AdministrationBiotherapyImmunotherapyIV infusionsPatient AssessmentsHazardous Drug HandlingSymptom Management

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN
  • Acute Care Experience New Graduate RNs Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Bonus Information: Sign-On Bonus Available f

About the employer

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Central Maine Medical Center
Community Hospital

The system includes two additional hospitals—Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital—along with Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. CMMC houses several regional specialty programs including the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program,…

2.6 Google rating

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 Freeport, ME

Freeport is a small coastal Maine town known for its outlet shopping and the flagship L.L. Bean store, open 24/7. It offers a quiet, maritime atmosphere with easy access to Casco Bay and Portland, about 20 minutes south. A solid pick for nurses who prefer a slower-paced, scenic setting over city density.

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State price level · Maine
3% below the national average
State index 97.1 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,456/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$59,455/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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On your path

Oncology is a specialty you move into. Chemo cards are the working credential; infusion hires in too.

Worth asking

The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.

  • Can you walk me through the base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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