Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Nursing
LPN/LVN
LPN / LVN – Oncology
Location:
Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME
Full-time | Nights | 7p–7a | 12-Hour Shifts
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides direct and indirect patient care in a specialized Oncology unit. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), this role supports cancer patient care, symptom management, and treatment support, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and quality outcomes while enhancing the patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide bedside care for oncology and hematology patients
- Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and treatment side effects (e.g., pain, nausea, fatigue)
- Assist with medication administration, IV therapy, and blood draws
- Support chemotherapy/infusion processes (within scope of practice)
- Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and oncology care teams
- Ensure patient safety, infection control, and protective precautions
- Document care in EMR/EHR systems
- Communicate changes in patient condition promptly
- Provide compassionate support to patients and families
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) required.
3. IV certification and Blood Withdrawal (BW) certification within 90 days of hire date.
4. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
5. Work experience in health care preferred.
Pay Transparency
Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $27.00 to $30.75. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity
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