Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Cardiac Surgery ICU (MFT3) - Maine Health

Located in the new Maline Family Tower!

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Clinical Nursing Assistants (CNA):

• 0-1 years of experience eligible for $2,500 (full time)
• 1+ years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)

• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time CNA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Unit Bio:

The Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides care for patients who have undergone a myriad of critical surgical procedures such as Vascular, Gastrointestinal, Liver, Renal, Renal Pancreas Transplantation, Orthopedics, Plastics, Otolaryngology, Urology, Thoracic, Surgical Oncology, Oral Maxillo-Facial, Obstetrics, and Gynelogical Surgery.

• Position Summary
  • Under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Specific duties may vary by area of assignment. Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: Participates in continuing education relative to role as defined.
  2. License/Certifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the State of Maine and be on the State of Maine Registry, having completed a six-week or equivalent course.
  3. Experience: N/A
  4. Ability to read, write, and speak English in order to follow oral or written instructions and complete standard forms.
  5. Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations.
  6. Interpersonal skills necessary to exchange information and maintain courteous relationships with patients, families, visitors, and Maine Medical Center employees.
  7. Knowledge of standards, policies, procedures and organizational structure of the unit, the Department of Nursing, and Maine Medical Center.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

*Seeking a career as a CNA but not currently on the Registry? We offer a paid Internship program! Earn while you learn – get started today! CNA Training | Maine Medical Center | Portland, ME (mainehealth.org)