Nursing Assistant Jobs in Maine
Nursing assistant jobs in Maine are concentrated in long-term care, skilled nursing facilities, and hospital systems, with steady demand at every level from entry-level certified nursing assistants to experienced restorative aides. The heaviest hiring is in Portland, Bangor, and Lewiston, where employers like MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Genesis Healthcare maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include memory care, rehabilitation support, and post-acute nursing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Hourly Rate $24.00 - $29.00
Open shifts:
Days: Monday-Friday Per Diem
Evenings: Monday-Friday 1430-2100
Overnights: Monday-Friday 2230-0700 Skilled/LTC unit (40 bed) with a nurse
Weekend Warrior: Friday-Monday 3-11, Friday-Sunday 7am-7pm or Saturday Sunday 0630-2300
Weekend Warrior is an additional $5hr plus weekend differentials (Day shift $2, Evening shift $4)
Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new grads!:
CNA-Med Tech Job Summary
As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and service to our Residents is the primary responsibility of our Med Tech. The purpose of this position is to administer medications to each resident ensuring they receive the necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through the comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The CNA-Med Tech works under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse as assigned and by State/ Federal regulations and facility procedures and reports observations to the licensed nurse on duty; maintains clean and orderly equipment for medication administration. Reports to Charge Nurse.
Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to:
- Administers routinely scheduled oral and topical medications according to physician order via scanning per policy to assigned residents
- Monitors and records vital sign according to physician orders and standards to practice
- Reports any unusual or unwanted medication side effects to Charge Nurse
- Maintains accurate documentation of all medications and treatments based on policy and best practices
- Assists Charge Nurse with returning, re-ordering, and destroying medications per facility policy
- Notifies Charge Nurse of any outdates medication and any projected shortage of medications or supplies
- Makes suggestions to resolve problems or streamline the medication system to Charge Nurse
- High School Graduate or GED
- Must be able interact our computer-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
- Must be a graduate of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program and on the Maine CNA Registry
- Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant-Medication training program
- Flexible Shifts
- Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care
- Shift differentials increase- $1.50
- Paid time off
#ZR
Hourly Rate $24.00 - $29.00
Open shifts:
Days: Monday-Friday Per Diem
Evenings: Monday-Friday 1430-2100
Overnights: Monday-Friday 2230-0700 Skilled/LTC unit (40 bed) with a nurse
Weekend Warrior: Friday-Monday 3-11, Friday-Sunday 7am-7pm or Saturday Sunday 0630-2300
Weekend Warrior is an additional $5hr plus weekend differentials (Day shift $2, Evening shift $4)
Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new grads!:
CNA-Med Tech Job Summary
As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and service to our Residents is the primary responsibility of our Med Tech. The purpose of this position is to administer medications to each resident ensuring they receive the necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through the comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The CNA-Med Tech works under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse as assigned and by State/ Federal regulations and facility procedures and reports observations to the licensed nurse on duty; maintains clean and orderly equipment for medication administration. Reports to Charge Nurse.
Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to:
- Administers routinely scheduled oral and topical medications according to physician order via scanning per policy to assigned residents
- Monitors and records vital sign according to physician orders and standards to practice
- Reports any unusual or unwanted medication side effects to Charge Nurse
- Maintains accurate documentation of all medications and treatments based on policy and best practices
- Assists Charge Nurse with returning, re-ordering, and destroying medications per facility policy
- Notifies Charge Nurse of any outdates medication and any projected shortage of medications or supplies
- Makes suggestions to resolve problems or streamline the medication system to Charge Nurse
- High School Graduate or GED
- Must be able interact our computer-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
- Must be a graduate of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program and on the Maine CNA Registry
- Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant-Medication training program
- Flexible Shifts
- Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care
- Shift differentials increase- $1.50
- Paid time off
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Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nursing Assistant Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MaineHealth11
- HiredFirst7H
- Northern Light Health5
- First Atlantic Healthcare4
- Avanta Care1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing assistant jobs across Maine.
- Active Maine Certified Nursing Assistant registration through the Maine CNA Registry
- Completion of a state-approved CNA training program of at least seventy-five hours
- Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited organization
- Ability to pass a criminal background check required by Maine DHHS
- Experience with electronic health records and documentation in clinical settings
- Reliable transportation to reach facility locations across rural or suburban Maine
Nursing Assistant Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing assistant in Maine?
You become a nursing assistant in Maine by completing a state-approved CNA training program and passing the Maine Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation, which includes a written test and a skills demonstration. After passing, you register with the Maine CNA Registry, maintained by the Maine State Board of Nursing. Programs are offered at community colleges, vocational schools, and some healthcare employers, and most can be completed in a matter of weeks.
Which companies hire nursing assistants in Maine?
Companies currently hiring nursing assistants in Maine include MaineHealth, HiredFirst, and Northern Light Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maine's long-term care and hospital network is anchored by large regional health systems that hire nursing assistants across multiple facilities statewide.
Which Maine cities have the most nursing assistant jobs?
Portland, Bangor, and Farmington have the most nursing assistant openings in Maine. Portland leads because of its concentration of MaineHealth facilities and affiliated long-term care centers, while Bangor and Lewiston reflect the regional hospital campuses and skilled nursing facilities that Northern Light Health and other systems operate across central and central-western Maine.
Are there remote nursing assistant jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they're rare. Nursing assistant work is hands-on and requires direct patient contact, so the role is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 0% of nursing assistant openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those exceptions typically involve care coordination or patient intake roles that blend administrative duties with clinical responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a nursing assistant in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a state-approved CNA training program, many of which are offered tuition-free by Maine employers like Northern Light Health and MaineHealth in exchange for a short service commitment. Entry-level roles at assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities frequently welcome new graduates. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like home health aide, personal care attendant, or medical assistant have a clear lateral path, and holding an active Maine CNA registration gives any applicant an immediate edge.
Where can I find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to nursing assistant jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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