RN/LPN Float Nurse - Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
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Maine Veterans' Home is hiring a RN/LPN Float Nurse - Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). Maine Veterans' Homes seeks a compassionate RN or LPN to serve as a full-time night‑shift float nurse in Augusta, Maine, providing direct care to veteran residents across multiple units, assessing conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Key focus areas include Provide direct nursing care to veteran residents, Float between units based on staffing and resident care needs, and Assess residents and communicate changes in condition.
Important skills include Clinical Judgment, Communication Skills, Adaptability, Compassionate Care, and High-Quality Care. Preferred (not required): Long-Term Care Experience.
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RN/LPN Float Nurse - Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Augusta, ME (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=35+Heroes+Way+Augusta+ME+USA+04330-7060)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
At Maine Veterans' Homes, our mission is simple: Caring for Those Who Served.We are looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Augusta team as a full-time Night Shift Float Nurse.
This position works three 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM) each week, providing nursing coverage throughout the home where needed. If you enjoy variety, teamwork, and the opportunity to support multiple units while delivering exceptional resident care, this role is for you.
What You'll Do
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Provide direct nursing care to our veteran residents.
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Float between units based on staffing and resident care needs.
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Assess residents and communicate changes in condition.
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Administer medications and treatments.
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Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
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Document care accurately and timely.
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Support a safe, respectful, and resident-centered environment.
Schedule
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Full-Time (36 hours per week)
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Night Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
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Three 12-hour shifts each week
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Every other weekend and holiday rotation
What We're Looking For
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Current Maine RN or LPN license in good standing
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Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills
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Ability to adapt to changing unit assignments
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Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care
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Long-term care experience is preferred but not required
Why Join Maine Veterans' Homes?
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Competitive pay based on experience
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Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends
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MainePERS Pension Plan
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Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Paid Time Off
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Tuition Reimbursement
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On-Demand Pay with Tapcheck
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Opportunities for career growth and professional development
About Maine Veterans' Homes
For more than 50 years, Maine Veterans' Homes has proudly served Maine's veterans and their families by providing compassionate, person-centered care. Every member of our team plays an important role in honoring those who served our country.
If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where your work truly makes a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join a team dedicated to Caring for Those Who Served.
Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary Description
$36.81 - $45.24 Hourly
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