Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on52, Bradford Road, Turner, Androscoggin County, Maine, 04282, United States
About the Team
Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people across central, western, and Midcoastal Maine. Our network includes Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital, and Rumford Hospital, alongside the Central Maine Medical Group. We are home to specialized centers such as the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center, and LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, all dedicated to providing high-quality clinical services to our community.
About the Role
The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department is the frontline of our fast-paced critical care environment. This role exists to provide safe, patient-centered care that navigates the urgency of acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions. You will be responsible for rapid assessment, triage, and making critical clinical decisions that directly impact patient outcomes.
In this position, you will partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to interpret diagnostics and administer emergency treatments. Your day will involve educating patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions while ensuring strict compliance with safety standards like EMTALA and HIPAA. This is a full-time night shift role (7p-7a) designed for nurses who thrive in high-stakes environments and are committed to delivering excellence in emergency response.
Hiring Process
A sign-on bonus of $15,000 is available for qualified candidates, with eligibility and payout terms discussed during the interview process. The selection process involves a review of your clinical qualifications and a conversation about your fit within our emergency team.
Equal Opportunity
Central Maine Healthcare is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
52, Bradford Road, Turner, Androscoggin County, Maine, 04282, United States
Turner, Maine
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDeliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department
- check_circlePerform rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care
- check_circleRespond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions
- check_circleInterpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms
- check_circleCommunicate patient status with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- check_circleAdminister medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments
- check_circleEducate patients and families on care and discharge instructions
- check_circleEnsure compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA, and patient safety standards
- check_circleReport suspected abuse or neglect per regulatory requirements
- check_circleMaintain accurate and timely documentation
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent and valid state RN License
- verifiedCurrent BLS certificate
- verifiedCurrent ACLS certificate
- verifiedCurrent PALS certificate or ENPC
- verifiedBasic Arrhythmia Interpretation
- verifiedTrauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- verifiedIn Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN
- verifiedEDAP certified facilities: Emergency pediatric course 1 and 2
- verifiedNon-OB facilities: NRP certificate
- verifiedBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- verifiedCertified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred
Nice to Have
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) credential. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleSign-On Bonus of $15,000 for qualified candidates
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: RN License, BLS, Acls, Pals, Enpc, Basic Arrythmia Interpretation, Cen, BSN, Micn, Edap.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center
What does a Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center do?expand_more
In this Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center role, you will deliver direct patient care in the emergency department; perform rapid assessment, triage, and prioritization of care; respond to acute changes, trauma, and life-threatening conditions; and interpret labs, diagnostics, and patient symptoms.
What are the requirements for this Registered Nurse - Emergency Department role?expand_more
To qualify for the Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center position, applicants should have: Current and valid state RN License; Current BLS certificate; Current ACLS certificate; Current PALS certificate or ENPC; Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation; and Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC).
Where is the Registered Nurse - Emergency Department role at Central Maine Medical Center located?expand_more
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center is based in 52, Bradford Road, Turner, Androscoggin County, Maine, 04282, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Central Maine Medical Center has listed this Registered Nurse - Emergency Department role as on-site.
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Key skills for Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at Central Maine Medical Center include RN License; BLS; Acls; Pals; Enpc; Basic Arrythmia Interpretation; Cen; and BSN.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
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