Director of Nursing

Join our Calais, ME Team!

Director of Nursing

Starting Salary: $110,000

Requirements to apply:

• RN License, BSN preferred
• Current Maine nursing license
• At least 2 years of experience in Medical/Surgical and Emergency Department settings, with proven leadership skills and a strong foundation for continued growth in leadership roles.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Medical/Surgical certification preferred

Lead Nursing Excellence in Coastal Maine – $110K Director Role with Outstanding Work-Life Balance & Scenic Living

 
Job Overview: 
As the Director of Nursing, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership for both the Emergency Department and Med/Surg unit (average census: 3). With an annual ED volume of approximately 8,200 visits, the Emergency Department represents a key area of opportunity for growth and enhanced patient care delivery. You will oversee a team of 45 direct reports and play a vital role in bringing consistency, engagement, and stability to a department that has been without dedicated leadership for an extended period.

Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, you will collaborate closely to ensure that all nursing services are delivered in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and in alignment with best practices in patient care.


What are the benefits?

• Competitive health insurance plan
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Additional voluntary benefits available
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Leadership Style: Approachable, grounded, and collaborative; thrives in a rural healthcare setting
• Readiness: Comfortable stepping into a leadership role with ongoing support and mentorship
• Clinical Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in both Med/Surg and Emergency Department settings
• Education: BSN preferred
• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and team-building abilities
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation for Critical Access Hospitals
• Overseeing resource utilization
• Promoting integration within the hospital and broader community
• Supporting public relations initiatives
• Upholding high standards of customer service

 
Where?

The town is served by a well-respected regional medical center, where physicians can thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered setting. With a rich cultural heritage and proximity to the renowned Acadia National Park, Machias provides an enriching environment for both work and leisure. The area also enjoys a lower cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas, allowing physicians to achieve a better work-life balance. For those seeking a meaningful medical career in a welcoming community, Machias offers the ideal location to practice and grow.


Who are we?

Located in the heart of Downeast Maine, this 25-bed acute care facility offers state-of-the-art technology and specialty services uncommon in rural hospitals. Serving Machias and Washington County, the facility has evolved since its founding in 1960, with several expansions over the years to accommodate growing needs. Notable improvements include an expanded emergency department completed in 2017, with nine private rooms, state-of-the-art monitoring, and a newly designed entrance for better access. The hospital provides comprehensive care, inclu