Clinical Nurse (RN) - Surgical Oncology/Intermediate Care Unit (R4) - New Graduates Welcome

Description

Maine Medical Center Nursing Req #: 82185

This is a Clinical Nurse I vacancy open to candidates with 0 – 1 year of RN work experience.

This is a bargaining unit position. 2 positions available.

Date posted: 6/9/2026

FT/Nights

Target Start Date: October 5, 2026

All new graduate RNs (less than 1 year RN experience) hired into regular status positions are automatically enrolled in our Residency program in conjunction with their unit based employment.

Unit Bio

The Surgical Oncology unit cares for a variety of surgical oncology specialties, such as complex Upper and Lower GI, GYNOncology and Head and Neck. This unit also serves as an acute medical/surgical unit which includes 12 Intermediate Level Care beds.

The nursing staff have worked to create a work environment which values excellence, team work and peer support. Nursing staff work collaboratively with leadership in a shared governance model. R4 is a very goal driven unit and they encourage staff to pursue professional goals. Through this work they have developed and implemented staffing scheduling practices which support 12-hour shifts, and a fair and flexible approach to weekends and holidays.

New Graduate Oncology Academy

As you begin your new career as an RN on the Surgical Oncology Unit, you will be participating in the Oncology Academy. This specially designed, 3 week program supports new nurses as they transition from school to the hospital setting. This program is led by the Clinical Nurse Educator and supported by experienced RN’s to help set you up for success at MMC.

Together with your peers you will better understand how we practice at MMC by offering hands on guidance and training, collaboration with similar specialty units, and exposure to the clinical ladder. In addition to your preceptor, you will also be introduced to the Mentor Program where you will be assigned a Mentor for added support during your first year.

Our mission through this program is to ensure you have the training, resources and confidence needed as you begin your career with MMC.

Mission

The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family centered care, commitment to our community, and accountability.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

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.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine.

Experience

As this is an entry-level position, experience as an RN is not required. Med/surg experience preferred. Inpatient oncology experience strongly preferred. Basic knowledge of the research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and health care team members. Analytical ability sufficient to identify changes in patients' conditions and to initiate appropriate action.

Additional Information

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 rate for this position is $38.27/HR.

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 nicole.chapman@mainehealth.org

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