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Registered Nurse (RN) - Access Center

MaineHealth

Westbrook, Maine

$34.35/hr

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MaineHealth workplace
RNSign-on bonus

Posted Aug 12, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 13, 2026

What this might mean for you

MaineHealth is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

What the posting states

Shift
Days
Weekends, holidays, call
On call, Weekends and major holidays are not required to work.

About this role

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Description Nursing Req #: 88328 The ideal candidate for this position resides in Maine or New Hampshire. For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with up to 2 years of RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months’ separation from employment. Desired Registered Nurse will have phone triage experience and in a high-volume call setting. Knowledge of my chart (preferred but not required) and live in the state of Maine or New Hampshire. This is a clinical call setting open Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Option to be HYBRID/REMOTE after in-person training. On call, Weekends and major holidays are not required to work. Summary The MH Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Care role provides high quality care to patients and families calling or presenting for care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and performs a wide variety of patient care services to assist physicians/advanced practice practitioners in delivering excellent care to patients of the practice. MH RN II: This level is competent in their clinical role and has demonstrated the ability to care for most patients assigned. Though not able to care for every patient type within their area of hire, demonstrates how to obtain the appropriate resources to develop required skills and knowledge over time. This level included automatic advancement after 1 year as a RN I – must be in good standing and meets RN I requirements. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/ Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Experience: One year of recent RN experience required. Automatic advancement from RN I level if all onboarding requirements are complete, including the New Grad Residency (where available). 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 $34.35to $46.46 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 samantha.gonzales@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

Patient CareTriage

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work experience!

About the employer

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MaineHealth
Hospital

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 Westbrook, ME

Westbrook sits just west of Portland along the Presumpscot River, blending mill-town heritage with a growing dining scene. Former factory buildings now host breweries and shops downtown. Nurses enjoy a quieter home base with Maine's largest hospital network and the southern coast within a short drive.

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State price level · Maine
97.1
3% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,392/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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  • 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, 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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