Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Prime Healthcare • Lewiston, ME

14d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department (ED) at Central Maine Healthcare. The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $37.00–$51.28 and involves full-time, 12-hour shifts. The department is described as a modern acute care environment where experienced nurses can utilize their clinical expertise in a fast-paced setting, managing high-acuity cases and diverse patient populations. The hiring process is streamlined for fast decisions. The company emphasizes career growth, supportive leadership, and a collaborative care team.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting; E.R. setting preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.
• In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current.
• EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.
• Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required.

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

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• Abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level