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Lewiston, Maine

Put your clinical expertise to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department where critical thinking, autonomy, and teamwork make a difference every shift.

Eligibility
Emergency NursingSign-on bonus

Posted Oct 9 · Applications close Oct 9, 2027 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts Full-time, 12 hour shifts, Schedule 3 x 123 shifts · 36 hours a week
Unit and setting
Emergency Services department · Hospital Care for diverse patient populations, manage high-acuity cases, and continue growing your skills alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.diverse patient populations and high-acuity cases
License
RN license Current and valid state RN License.current, valid state RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed New Graduate RNs: Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
License
current, valid state RN license Current and valid state RN License.
Certification
current BLS certificate upon hire Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Certification
MICN within 12 months of hire in Paramedic Base Station EDAfter hire · within 12 months of hire In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current.
Certification
Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hireAfter hire · within 12 months of hire Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required.
Also asks
basic arrhythmia interpretation within 30 days of hireAfter hire · within 30 days of hire Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
Also asks
emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 at EDAP certified facilities within 6 months of hireAfter hire · within 6 months of hire EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.

Preferred

Certification
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license

What it pays

Against similar roles
Top of Lewiston staff RN payLewiston staff RN postings that state pay run $36/hr to $38/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $37/hr, across 61 postings.
Sign-on bonus
$20,000
Bonus
Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus Experienced RNs (2+ years acute care): Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonusexperienced RNs with 2+ years acute care
Bonus
$10,000 sign-on bonusnew graduate RN
Pay reviews
starting pay set by skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure

Benefits

  • Benefitscomprehensive, competitive benefits packagecomprehensive, competitive benefits package
  • Benefitscustomizable benefits to fit individual needsCustomizable benefits to fit individual needs
  • Competitive compensation
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
  • $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

The role and schedule

Day to day
deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department (ED) Deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department (ED)
Day to day
rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care Perform rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care
Day to day
respond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions Respond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions
Day to day
interpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms Interpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms
Day to day
communicate patient status with physicians and interdisciplinary teams Communicate patient status with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Day to day
administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments Administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments
Day to day
educate patients and families on care and discharge instructions Educate patients and families on care and discharge instructions
Day to day
ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and patient safety standards Ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and patient safety standards
Day to day
report suspected abuse/neglect per regulatory requirements Report suspected abuse/neglect per regulatory requirements
Day to day
maintain accurate, timely documentation Maintain accurate, timely documentation
Details
recruiter prescreen, then one hiring manager interview, then fast hiring decision Apply → 15-Minute Recruiter Prescreen → One Hiring Manager Interview → Fast Hiring Decision

The workplace

Prime Healthcare logo
Prime Healthcare
Health system employer

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • 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?
Build questions for this role

On your path

Emergency is open from year one. Fellowships take new grads. Watch their application dates.

Original listing

Posted on Prime Healthcare’s careers page.

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Bonus Amount

$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

Pay: $37.00–$51.28 per hour

Full-time

  • 12 hour shifts, Schedule 3 x 12

Department: Emergency Services New Graduate RNs: Eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Experienced RNs (2+ years acute care): Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

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

Why Experienced Emergency Nurses Choose This RolePut your clinical expertise to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department where critical thinking, autonomy, and teamwork make a difference every shift. Care for diverse patient populations, manage high-acuity cases, and continue growing your skills alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

  • 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.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 4. Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 5. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire. 6. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.7. 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. 2. EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.3. Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.4. Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required.

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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

What's around it?

In Lewiston, ME

Lewiston, MEFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% below the US average

Median rent
$986/mo
Household income
$55,393/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Lewiston, ME

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