Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Ellsworth, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 11 / 03 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med / Surg position in Maine requiring a ME or compact RN license and proficiency with diverse adult patient populations.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in the Med / Surg unit of a hospital settingCare for adult patients with cases including total joints, general medical-surgical, appendicitis, bowel surgeries, urology, CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, diabetes, and addiction comorbiditiesRN patient ratio is 1 : 6-7 on night shiftsShift schedule is 7 : 00 PM to 7 : 00 AM, 12-hour nights, 36 hours per weekRequired to work every other weekend and two holidays per contractFloating may be required to ICU for Med / Surg level patients and to the ED to assistUses Cerner charting system; experience preferred but not requiredGeneral hospital orientation provided plus one shift of unit orientationNo on-call dutiesDaily responsibilities include caring for a diverse Med / Surg patient population and assisting with a wide range of clinical tasksUnit has support from 24 / 7 respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and telemonitoring techCharge nurse generally takes a patient assignmentThe rapid response team is comprised of multiple in-house roles including provider, ICU, ED, and Med / Surg staffProfessional dress required in any color scrubsFree parking is available on siteFirst-time travelers are welcome to applyManager approval required for time off requests\n \n Requirements\n
Active ME or Compact RN license requiredMinimum 1 year of recent Med / Surg RN experience requiredBLS certification required; ACLS certification preferredMust be willing to train and work as Charge RN if neededExperience with chest tubes, trachs, drains, wound vacs, IVs, PCAs, IV antibiotics, heparin drips desirableAbility to attempt IV insertions before seeking assistance from specialized staffMust not have worked as a permanent staff member at any Northern Light Health facilityMust reside over 100 miles south or southwest of Bangor, Maine for eligibilityFlu vaccination required; only medical exemptions are considered\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-617523. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
