Registered Nurse Jobs in Maine
Registered Nurse jobs in Maine are concentrated in Portland, Bangor, and Augusta, where large health systems and academic medical centers drive steady demand across med-surg, critical care, and behavioral health. MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Central Maine Healthcare are among the most active employers, hiring at levels from new graduate to charge nurse and nurse manager. Rural and community health needs keep long-term care and home health among the most consistent openings statewide. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
Find Registered Nurse JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 17+ Registered Nurse jobs
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a Maine or compact license for a 26-bed Level II Trauma Center ICU requiring strong neuro and trauma critical care skills.
Details
- 26-bed ICU at a Level II Trauma Center with 411 total beds, including some negative pressure rooms
- Patient population includes medical, surgical, trauma, neuro, ortho, and interventional cases
- Manages complex conditions such as ICP monitoring, EVD, spinal precautions, DKA, multi-system trauma, sepsis, ARDS, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, and stroke
- Patient ratio of 1:2 based on acuity, occasionally increasing to 3 during discharge or transfer
- 12-hour night shifts (7P-7A), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend (Fri/Sat nights)
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required to Cardiac Care Unit, Cardiac or Medical Stepdown, and PICU (if pediatric experienced)
- Uses Cerner EMR (experience preferred), Alaris infusion pumps, and Pyxis medication system
Requirements
- Active RN license (Maine or compact) required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; PALS preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Neuro and trauma experience required, including EVD and ICP monitoring
- Skilled in ventilator management, critical care drips, drain management, stroke care, hemodynamic lines (A-lines/CVP), cardiac rhythm recognition, chest tubes, and tracheostomy care
- Strong clinical assessment skills required
- PICU experience preferred but not required
- Flu vaccination required for clearance to start (medical exemptions only, with 2 weeks minimum for review)
Additional Information
- Deliver critical care nursing to a high-acuity ICU population with complex neuro and trauma needs
- Unit supported by 24/7 Resource Nurse/House Supervisor, in-house Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, and Intensivist consult, plus weekday PT/OT
- Charge role is unassigned but may be required to take patients during critical staffing situations
- Trauma Surgery team manages their own patients independently
- Orientation includes general hospital orientation followed by one shift on the unit
- Holiday coverage varies based on facility need and requires manager approval
- Scrub color must be a solid, professional shade
- Free parking provided in designated areas
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates must reside 100+ miles south or southwest of the facility
- Prior permanent employment at any Northern Light Health hospital disqualifies candidates from consideration
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a Maine or compact license for a 26-bed Level II Trauma Center ICU requiring strong neuro and trauma critical care skills.
Details
- 26-bed ICU at a Level II Trauma Center with 411 total beds, including some negative pressure rooms
- Patient population includes medical, surgical, trauma, neuro, ortho, and interventional cases
- Manages complex conditions such as ICP monitoring, EVD, spinal precautions, DKA, multi-system trauma, sepsis, ARDS, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, and stroke
- Patient ratio of 1:2 based on acuity, occasionally increasing to 3 during discharge or transfer
- 12-hour night shifts (7P-7A), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend (Fri/Sat nights)
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required to Cardiac Care Unit, Cardiac or Medical Stepdown, and PICU (if pediatric experienced)
- Uses Cerner EMR (experience preferred), Alaris infusion pumps, and Pyxis medication system
Requirements
- Active RN license (Maine or compact) required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; PALS preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Neuro and trauma experience required, including EVD and ICP monitoring
- Skilled in ventilator management, critical care drips, drain management, stroke care, hemodynamic lines (A-lines/CVP), cardiac rhythm recognition, chest tubes, and tracheostomy care
- Strong clinical assessment skills required
- PICU experience preferred but not required
- Flu vaccination required for clearance to start (medical exemptions only, with 2 weeks minimum for review)
Additional Information
- Deliver critical care nursing to a high-acuity ICU population with complex neuro and trauma needs
- Unit supported by 24/7 Resource Nurse/House Supervisor, in-house Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, and Intensivist consult, plus weekday PT/OT
- Charge role is unassigned but may be required to take patients during critical staffing situations
- Trauma Surgery team manages their own patients independently
- Orientation includes general hospital orientation followed by one shift on the unit
- Holiday coverage varies based on facility need and requires manager approval
- Scrub color must be a solid, professional shade
- Free parking provided in designated areas
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates must reside 100+ miles south or southwest of the facility
- Prior permanent employment at any Northern Light Health hospital disqualifies candidates from consideration
See All 17 Registered Nurse Jobs in Maine
Find roles in Maine that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Registered Nurse JobsRegistered Nurse Jobs by City in Maine
Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Registered Nurse Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across Maine.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Maine State Board of Nursing
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Minimum one to two years of clinical experience for most acute care positions
- Strong familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
- ACLS or specialty certification preferred for critical care, emergency, and ICU roles
Registered Nurse Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse in Maine?
You become a registered nurse in Maine by completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN examination and applying for licensure through the Maine State Board of Nursing. Maine participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Maine without obtaining a separate Maine license. The Board handles all applications, endorsements, and renewals.
How much do registered nurses make in Maine?
Registered nurses in Maine earn a median of about $86,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,160 for the lowest 10% to over $106,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurses in Maine?
Maine registered nurse roles are posted by Central Maine Healthcare, MaineHealth, and American Traveler and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These employers operate hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health centers distributed across the state.
Which Maine cities have the most registered nurse jobs?
Rumford, Bangor, and Augusta have the most registered nurse openings in Maine. Portland anchors the market as the state's largest city and home to the MaineHealth system, while Bangor and Augusta support large regional hospitals and state government health services that generate consistent hiring in surrounding communities.
Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they're rare. Most registered nurse work is hands-on and requires a physical care setting, so full remote positions are uncommon. About 25% of registered nurse openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these positions tend to fall in utilization review, case management, telehealth triage, and nurse educator roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new graduate residency program, and both MaineHealth and Northern Light Health run structured residency programs designed specifically for nurses without clinical work history. Applying to med-surg or long-term care units is also a proven starting point, as these settings consistently onboard new graduates. Completing your NCLEX-RN quickly after graduation, obtaining your Maine license or verifying compact state eligibility, and pursuing a CNA or LPN role first are all credentials and lateral moves that strengthen an application at Maine health systems.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each posting.
See All 17 Registered Nurse Jobs in Maine
Find roles in Maine that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Registered Nurse Jobs