RN - PCU

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care (Night Shift) in Portland, Maine.

Location

Portland, ME

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Night Shift: 7pm-7:30am (12-hour shifts)

Weekend Hours: 36 hours per week, as needed

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Intermediate Care unit provides specialized care for patients requiring higher levels of monitoring and intervention than in a general medical-surgical unit. This nurse will work in a 12-bed unit, handling various patient conditions, including respiratory issues, medical telemetry, and post-surgical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute or chronic medical conditions.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding to changes as necessary.
• Administer medications, including insulin drips for DKA protocol, and manage BIPAP and hi-flow oxygen equipment.
• Utilize telemetry systems and relevant EMR documentation (Epic) for patient management.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive care plans.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an intermediate care or higher-level unit.
• At least one previous travel assignment at a medical-surgical level or higher is required.

Certifications/Licensure

• Current BLS certification is required.
• Valid RN license for the state of Maine.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.