Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Damariscotta, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Intermediate Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical/Special Care Unit (SCU/IMC) night shift position requiring a Maine or compact RN license and ICU/SCU experience.

Details

• Work in the SCU/IMC unit of a hospital setting, with occasional Med-Surg and rare Swing patients
• 8-bed unit with patient ratios ranging from 1:1 to 4:1
• Night shift schedule from 5:45 PM to 6:15 AM
• Every other weekend minimum required
• No call requirements for core hours
• Occasional floating to Med-Surg required, within a 25-mile float policy between facilities
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Utilizes ventilators, ceiling lifts, Plumb pumps, feeding tubes, chest tubes, and SCD boots

Requirements

• Active RN license (Maine or Compact) required
• BLS and other AHA certifications required, with completion allowed before start if submitted via non-AHA provider
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• Experience with vasoactive drips and ventilator management required
• ICU/SCU experience preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Driver's License required for consideration
• Two professional references required

Additional Information

• Provide critical and intermediate care nursing to SCU/IMC patients, managing ventilators and vasoactive drips as needed
• Ideal candidates are down-to-earth, proactive team players with high standards
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Air pods, laptops, and cell phone usage are prohibited on the unit
• Local candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility are considered local and are not eligible for renewals or extensions
• RTO should be minimal, with 3-4 days considered reasonable for a 13-week contract at manager's discretion
• Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this upon consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - Surgical ICU

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.