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Nurse Epidemiologist (RN)

MaineHealth

Portland, ME

Health & Medical Researchers · Infection Control Nurses · Epidemiologists

Posted Jul 27

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Days
Unit
Health & Medical Researchers

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Permanent
Practice
Union position
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
More role details
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$45/hr
nursing in Maine$37/hr

The median for nursing in Maine is $37/hr, across 140 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Overtime
$44.64/hr

About this role

  • Maine Medical Center
  • Nursing
  • Req #: 82206

This is a Bargaining Unit Position Job Posting Date: 07/27/2026

This position will be responsible to develop and deliver quality health care to all patient populations within and beyond MMC.

We are a team of 5 nurses that are work collaboratively. This is a Monday through Friday, day shift position, with flexible hours With occasional earlier or later meetings depending on the service line needs. This is a professional position where certification is required after meeting qualifications.

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Summary

The Nurse Epidemiologist at Maine Medical Center demonstrates expertise in clinical leadership within a specialty by applying expert knowledge and skill to the analysis of adverse infectious outcomes and epidemiology of infectious disease. The Nurse Epidemiologist collaborates with the Director of Epidemiology, Hospital Epidemiologist, healthcare providers, and MMC management team to develop and deliver quality health care to all patient populations within and beyond MMC.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education

A Bachelor's degree in health care or related field. Consideration may be given to a candidate with extensive experience in Epidemiology and Infection Prevention. License/

Certifications

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine. Certification in Infection Control attained as soon as qualifications are met.

Experience

See "Education" Process and problem solving skills and systems knowledge necessary for participation in clinical initiatives and project management. Knowledge of computer systems not limited to Windows based programs, Power Point, Excel, and Access. Knowledge of current patient-care techniques, methods, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards pertaining to infection control. Knowledge of descriptive and analytical epidemiology. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate infection control practices, policies and procedures.

Supports the organizational performance improvement initiatives by providing quality assessments, using scientific epidemiological principles, as a means of tracking and identifying clinical problems and providing information to clinicians to help determine opportunities for improvement of patient care.

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 employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $44.64/hour (1 year of experience) to $65.03/hour (20 years of experience)

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable

  • shift differentials 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.

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Requirements

  • RN
  • Maine RN License
  • Paid parental leave
  • Presentation software
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay
  • Hospital
  • Email
  • Mid-level
  • Windows

Place

City
Portland, ME
Median rent
$1,577/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$79,540/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
2% above the national average

Portland area index 101.9, where 100 is the national average.

Address
7 Bramhall St, Portland, ME 04102, USA

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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