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Registered Nurse (RN) - Virtual Nursing

MaineHealth

Portland, Maine

$37.09/hr

About $77k–$104k/yr

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Posted Aug 28, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 31, 2026

What this means for you

MaineHealth is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $77k–$104k a year. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back.

What the listing says

Shift
Days · 8-hour
EHR & union
EHR: Epic

About this role

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Description MaineHealth Corporate Nursing Req #: 90444 Full Time (Monday through Friday 1130-2000) MaineHealth’s Virtual Nursing team is seeking a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our innovative virtual care program. This hybrid role provides virtual discharge education and support to patients, ensuring a smooth and safe transition from hospital to home. The RN will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, review discharge instructions and medications, and use telehealth technology to deliver high-quality patient education. Ideal candidates have an active Maine RN license, acute care experience, strong communication skills, and comfort with technology. Join us in advancing patient-centered care through virtual innovation. Summary The Virtual Nurse will be a member of a new team at MaineHealth responsible for supporting hospital-based care teams, focused on improving quality, patient and family experience, bedside care team experience, and improving hospital efficiency of care. The Virtual Nurse will use virtual communication channels including synchronous video conferencing, secure asynchronous chat, and telephonic tools to interact with patients admitted to a MaineHealth hospital. The Virtual Nurse is also responsible for providing patients with virtual health assessments and treatment solutions through virtual rounds. This position requires collaboration with clinical staff and other care team members across MaineHealth to meet the diverse and continually changing challenges of the healthcare environment. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) EducationBachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Must matriculate to a BSN program within 1 year of hire with completion attained within 5 years of hire. Evidence of 10 hours of ongoing education per year. License/ Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine. BLS certification is also required. Experience: At least 5 years of Acute Care RN work experience. Additional Skills/Requirements Required:Demonstrates the skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:Proficiency in the use ofACLS, PALS,and EPIC systems. 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 employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage. The pay range for this position is $37.09to $50.17 per hour. Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE). In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives. If you have questions about this role, please contact amanda.oliveira@mainehealth.org Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras. Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

Skills for this role

Virtual Discharge EducationPatient EducationTelehealth TechnologyVirtual Health AssessmentsVirtual Rounds

Certifications

BLSACLSPALS

Requirements

  • RN
  • Maine RN license
  • Acute Care RN work experience
  • hire with completion attained within 5 years of hire
  • hire

About the employer

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MaineHealth is a not-for-profit, integrated health system serving approximately 1.1 million residents across Maine and New Hampshire. The system includes a Level 1 trauma medical center, eight additional licensed hospitals, comprehensive pediatric care services, an extensive behavioral health care network,…

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MaineHealth workplace

What reviewers appreciate

  • Sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000 for experienced RNs and $10,000 for RNs with 1-2 years of experience
  • Strong focus on continuing education, training, and career growth
  • Leapfrog Group recognition for patient safety across multiple system hospitals

What reviewers flag

  • Sign-on bonuses are not available to current MaineHealth employees or former employees within 6 months of separation, limiting internal retention incentives
  • Some available positions require night shift schedules
  • Specific review content from Glassdoor and Indeed was not accessible in the provided research, limiting insight into employee-reported challenges
collaborativemission-drivencommunity-focusedsupportiveeducation-orientedteam-oriented

Living in Portland, ME

Portland, Maine pairs coastal living with a thriving food and arts scene. The historic Old Port district and iconic lighthouses frame a compact city where nurses can enjoy waterfront walks, craft breweries, and easy access to outdoor recreation along Casco Bay.

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Metro price level · Portland area
2% above the national average
BEA index 101.9 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,577/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$79,540/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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Telehealth / Virtual Care depends on where your license works. Acute-care experience and a compact license widen the map.

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  • Can you walk me through the base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for 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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