Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,498 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Portland, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/24/2026
• 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 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a high-acuity Med/Surg Telemetry unit requiring 2 years of recent acute care experience and a Maine or compact RN license.

Details

• 13-week travel contract on a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical/med-tele unit
• 44-bed unit with an embedded 6-bed intermediate care area
• Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 48 hours per week
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5 during the day and 1:5-6 at night
• Cares for high-acuity, cardiac, and med-tele patient populations
• Works with IVs, PCAs, epidurals, air mattresses, Ketamine drips, complex wounds and burns, trauma care, tube feedings, NGs, drains, Foleys, Heparin drips, wound vac dressings, specialty beds, central lines, PICCs, PEGs, trachs, chest tubes, and JPs
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required as needed within a 25-mile radius between facilities

Requirements

• Active RN license (Maine or compact) required at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute/high-acuity care experience required
• Cardiac care experience strongly preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to high-acuity surgical and cardiac telemetry patients in a fast-paced team environment
• Fragrance-free unit with a scrub policy allowing any color
• Prohibited attire includes AirPods/headphones, hoodies, tight or ill-fitting clothing, open-toe shoes, logo/graphic wear, and gel polish or artificial nails
• Cell phone, laptop, and AirPod use is prohibited on the unit
• Candidates within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility are considered local, and local travelers are not eligible for contract renewals or extensions
• RTO should be minimal, with 3-4 days considered reasonable for a 13-week contract at the manager's discretion
• Candidates who have worked at a MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months must disclose this information

American Traveler Job ID #P-740593. 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 Tele

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.