Maine Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Pilot ProgramUp to $75,000
Up to $25,000 per year, capped at the lesser of $75,000 or half the loan balance, across three years.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · PAUSED — the last cycle closed March 31, 2025 and FAME has no plans to open a 2026 cycle. · Verified 2026-07-27

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

NP Specialties in Maine

FQHC Opportunities

38 FQHC positions in Maine offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Maine

Maine offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 41 current openings, Maine is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in Maine offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Maine — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in Maine?

Maine is a full-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice independently after a 24-month supervised transition period. Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in Maine qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in Maine can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 188 NHSC-approved sites on record in Maine.

Does Maine have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. Maine runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: Maine Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Pilot Program (up to $75,000). State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in Maine?

We currently list 41 nurse practitioner positions in Maine at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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