Posted Jul 13, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 14, 2026
About this role
Clinical Nurse position at Scarborough Surgery Center providing preoperative and postoperative (PACU/ASU) care of adults and pediatric patients undergoing outpatient and inpatient surgery until discharge. The department has 10 Operating rooms, 11 Pre-op rooms, 20 PACU/ASU rooms and 6-7 Inpatient rooms. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of nursing care. All new graduate RNs (less than 1 year RN experience) are automatically enrolled in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program.
Skills for this role
preoperative carepostoperative carePACU careASU careassessmentdiagnosisoutcome identificationplanningimplementationdocumentationevaluation of nursing carecare of adult and pediatric patients
Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
Entry-level position - RN experience not required
Basic knowledge of research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing
Interpersonal and communication skills
Analytical ability to identify changes in patients' conditions
New graduate RNs with less than 6 months experience enrolled in 12-month Nurse Residency Program
Benefits
Paid parental leave
Flexible work policy
Student loan assistance
Training and education
Well-being resources for employee and family
Nurse Residency Program for new graduates
About the employer
MaineHealth
Hospital
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit, integrated health system serving approximately 1.1 million residents across Maine and New Hampshire. The system includes a Level 1 trauma medical center, eight additional licensed hospitals, comprehensive pediatric care services, an extensive behavioral health care network,…
2.5 Google rating
What reviewers appreciate
+Sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000 for experienced RNs and $10,000 for RNs with 1-2 years of experience
+Strong focus on continuing education, training, and career growth
+Leapfrog Group recognition for patient safety across multiple system hospitals
What reviewers flag
−Sign-on bonuses are not available to current MaineHealth employees or former employees within 6 months of separation, limiting internal retention incentives
−Some available positions require night shift schedules
−Specific review content from Glassdoor and Indeed was not accessible in the provided research, limiting insight into employee-reported challenges
Benefits: MaineHealth offers sign-on bonuses for eligible RN hires (up to $20,000 for experienced nurses, prorated for part-time). The organization emphasizes continuing education and training as a core benefit, supporting career advancement. Full details of the benefits package (health insurance, retirement, PTO, etc.) were not explicitly stated in the provided research…
Scarborough sits along Maine's southern coast just south of Portland. Outdoor-loving RNs will appreciate Scarborough Marsh—the state's largest salt marsh—and nearby Pine Point Beach for post-shift trail walks and shoreline sunsets. A suburban-coastal community with easy access to both nature and city amenities.
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