Nurse Epidemiologist (RN)

Description

Maine Medical Center
Nursing
Req #: 82206

This is a Bargaining Unit Position
Job Posting Date: 07/27/2026

This position will be responsible to develop and deliver quality health care to all patient populations within and beyond MMC.

• We are a team of 5 nurses that are work collaboratively.
• This is a Monday through Friday, day shift position, with flexible hours
• With occasional earlier or later meetings depending on the service line needs.
• This is a professional position where certification is required after meeting qualifications.

Summary:

The Nurse Epidemiologist at Maine Medical Center demonstrates expertise in clinical leadership within a specialty by applying expert knowledge and skill to the analysis of adverse infectious outcomes and epidemiology of infectious disease. The Nurse Epidemiologist collaborates with the Director of Epidemiology, Hospital Epidemiologist, healthcare providers, and MMC management team to develop and deliver quality health care to all patient populations within and beyond MMC.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in health care or related field. Consideration may be given to a candidate with extensive experience in Epidemiology and Infection Prevention.
• License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine. Certification in Infection Control attained as soon as qualifications are met.
• Experience: See "Education"
• Process and problem solving skills and systems knowledge necessary for participation in clinical initiatives and project management.
• Knowledge of computer systems not limited to Windows based programs, Power Point, Excel, and Access.
• Knowledge of current patient-care techniques, methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards pertaining to infection control. Knowledge of descriptive and analytical epidemiology. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate infection control practices, policies and procedures.
• Supports the organizational performance improvement initiatives by providing quality assessments, using scientific epidemiological principles, as a means of tracking and identifying clinical problems and providing information to clinicians to help determine opportunities for improvement of patient care.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is$44.64/hour (1 year of experience) to $65.03/hour (20 years of experience)

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact amanda.oliveira@mainehealth.org

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