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Caribou Healthcare

Caribou, Maine

We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for all levels of experience-including new nurse grads!-to join our clinical care teams across local Maine communities.

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Sep 29 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
Flexible shift options Flexible Work: Flexible shift options tailored to support your personal work-life balance-let's discuss what interests you!
Unit and setting
Long Term Care
License
RN license Licensure: Must be currently registered and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine.Registered Nurse license in the State of Maine
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for all levels of experience—including new nurse grads!—to join our clinical care teams across local Maine communities.
License
Registered Nurse license in the State of Maine Licensure: Must be currently registered and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine. Check your license
Education
Associate (AS) or Bachelor (BS) degree in nursing (new graduates welcome) Education: Possess an Associate (AS) or Bachelor (BS) degree in nursing (new graduates welcome!).
Also asks
Excellent professional references Contingencies: All job offers are contingent upon receiving excellent professional references and passing the Maine State Background Check.
Also asks
Passing the Maine State Background Check
Also asks
Knowledge and practical use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and/or solid general computer skills Technical Literacy: Knowledge and practical use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and/or solid general computer skills.
Also asks
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English Communication: Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally, with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly.
Also asks
Effective leadership skills or readiness to grow leadership skills Leadership Drive: Effective leadership skills and/or a strong readiness to invest in growing these crucial skills within our supportive clinical team.
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
Below most Maine staff postingsMaine staff postings that state pay run $29/hr to $51/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $45/hr, across 391 postings.
Pay differential
Robust Shift Differentials: Earn $2.00 to $6.00 extra per hour with our robust shift differentials! Robust Shift Differentials: Earn $2.00 to $6.00 extra per hour with our robust shift differentials!
Sign-on bonus
$10,000
Tuition assistance
Offered
Bonus
$10,000 sign on bonus $10,000 sign on bonus!
Extra pay
$2.00 to $6.00 extra per hour

Benefits

  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement and continuous education supportCareer Investment: Tuition reimbursement and continuous education support to help you grow your career with us.
  • BenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits for full-time employees, plus employer-paid life insuranceFull Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits for full-time employees, plus employer-paid life insurance.
  • Benefits401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributionsFinancial Retirement: A 401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributions.
  • BenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO)Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all eligible employees.
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
More benefits (9)
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Flexible Work
  • Medical
  • Disability benefits

The role and schedule

Day to day
Assess and monitor resident needs, provide bedside care, and collaborate with physicians Resident Care Assessment: Work closely with supervising physicians to assess and monitor resident needs, provide exceptional bedside care, and exhibit strong clinical skills.
Day to day
Record medical history, symptoms, vital signs, and update resident charts and EMR Medical Documentation: Record and track a resident’s medical history, symptoms, and vital signs, updating resident charts and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) accurately.
Day to day
Administer medications and carry out doctor-recommended treatment plans Treatment Medications: Administer medications and carry out doctor-recommended treatment plans.
Day to day
Comply with regulations and collaborate with nurses, doctors, and administrators

The workplace

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Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for shifts, 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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$10,000 sign on bonus!

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking for a welcoming, inclusive environment where you can truly make a difference? We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for all levels of experience—including new nurse grads!—to join our clinical care teams across local Maine communities. Step into a supportive, engaging workplace where your skills are valued, your professional growth is championed, and you can build a truly rewarding career.

If you are a dedicated nurse ready to provide exceptional, compassionate care and make a profound impact every day, this is your chance to shine.

Exceptional Pay, Differentials Comprehensive

Benefits

  • Competitive

Compensation

Enjoy a unique and competitive compensation structure designed to reward your dedication.

  • Robust
  • Shift Differentials: Earn $2.00 to $6.00 extra per hour with our robust
  • shift differentials!
  • Flexible Work: Flexible shift options tailored to support your personal work-life balance—let's discuss what interests you!
  • Career Investment: Tuition reimbursement and continuous education support to help you grow your career with us.
  • Full Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits for full-time employees, plus employer-paid life insurance.
  • Financial Retirement: A 401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributions.
  • Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all eligible employees.

Core Responsibilities

Duties

  • Resident Care Assessment: Work closely with supervising physicians to assess and monitor resident needs, provide exceptional bedside care, and exhibit strong clinical skills.
  • Medical Documentation: Record and track a resident’s medical history, symptoms, and vital signs, updating resident charts and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) accurately.
  • Treatment Medications: Administer medications and carry out doctor-recommended treatment plans.
  • Compliance Collaboration: Comply fully with federal, state, and local nursing regulations, standards, and facility policies while collaborating seamlessly with fellow nurses, doctors, and administrators.

Education, Licensing

Requirements

Education

Possess an Associate (AS) or Bachelor (BS) degree in nursing (new graduates welcome!).

Licensure

Must be currently registered and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine.

  • CPR

Certification

Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and maintain current certification throughout employment.

  • Contingencies: All job offers are contingent upon receiving excellent professional references and passing the Maine State Background Check.

Skills Abilities

  • Technical Literacy: Knowledge and practical use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and/or solid general computer skills.
  • Communication: Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally, with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly.
  • Leadership Drive: Effective leadership skills and/or a strong readiness to invest in growing these crucial skills within our supportive clinical team.

Ready to Build a Meaningful Nursing Career?

If you are passionate about delivering top-tier patient care and growing with a supportive team, please reply with your contact number so we can quickly schedule an interview!

What's around it?

In Caribou, ME

Caribou, MEFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% below the US average

Median rent
$757/mo
Household income
$53,709/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Caribou, ME

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