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About the job

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Novice Nurse - Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (< 12 months of experience)

The Novice Nurse Training Program at Maxim Healthcare Services is designed to provide a unique training opportunity for new grad RNs and LPNs, and those with less than one year of experience. You'll partner with an experienced Maxim nurse who will provide real-time feedback, training opportunities, and mentorship.

Within this program, you will be gaining hands-on experience by working 1-on-1 with a patient within the home setting. You will have the opportunity to learn direct patient care, care management, vent/trach/g-tube management, and critical thinking skills with the 24/7 support of the clinical supervising team.

Hourly Pay: $28- $38

Rewards

  • Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks
  • Health, Dental, Vision, HSA and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities

  • Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or contracted services
  • Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention and progress toward established goals
  • Intervenes as applicable to changes in condition and reports such changes to appropriate supervisor and/or physician
  • Documents all physician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as needed
  • Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautions

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Active RN License
  • Current CPR
  • PPD or chest X ray if applicable

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:

Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:

Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

From Maxim Healthcare Services's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Maxim Healthcare Services provides home care, private duty nursing, behavioral care and school nursing, from Columbia, Maryland.

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