Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

American Traveler, LLC.; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay/bonuses

Health insurance starting day 1

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg Telemetry RN for a night shift travel assignment in Maine. Requires 2 years of experience and telemetry/tracheostomy skills. Clinical duties include care in a 43-bed telemetry/IMC unit with patient populations across respiratory and medical telemetry cases.

The role uses Epic EMR and involves floating between units within a 25-mile radius, with a 7:00 PM–7:30 AM schedule and weekend coverage as needed. Driver's license and references are required.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Maine or compact) required.
• BLS certification required.
• 1–2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry/IMC experience.
• Ventilator experience for IMC RNs.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and telemetry interpretation.
• Driver's license required for consideration.
• Two professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in fast-paced telemetry/IMC units.
• Care for respiratory, medical telemetry, sepsis, and other cases.
• Maintain patient ratios and ensure safety on day/night shifts.
• Use Epic EMR for documentation and orders.
• Rotate between IMC and Med/Surg units within a 25‑mile policy.
• Collaborate with team, communicate clearly, and document thoroughly.

Skills

Telemetry interpretation

Ventilator experience

Tracheostomy care

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Education

RN license (Maine or compact)

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Telemetry RN for a night shift travel position requiring 2 years of experience and telemetry/tracheostomy skills.

Requirements

• Active RN license (Maine or compact) required upon consideration
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience required in the specialty
• IMC RNs must have ventilator experience
• All RNs must have experience with tracheostomy care and reading/interpreting telemetry strips
• Driver's License required for consideration
• 2 professional references required

Responsibilities

• 43-bed Medical Telemetry/IMC unit
• Patient population includes respiratory, medical telemetry, some surgical, sepsis, DKA, altered mental status, failure to thrive, and respiratory failure cases
• Patient ratios are 1:4-5 on day shift Med/Surg, 1:5-6 on night shift Med/Surg, and 3:1 for IMC day and night
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic EMR
• Equipment includes ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP, nasal cannula, non-rebreather masks, epidural pumps, IV pumps, specialty beds, PCA pumps, VAC dressings, and trach care/maintenance supplies
• Floating required between IMC units, med/surg units, and similar level of care units based on unit need within a 25-mile float policy
• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced medical telemetry and IMC environment
• Candidates must demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, strong communication, and patient-centered care
• Professional dress required; unprofessional clothing and non-hospital logo attire are not permitted
• Holiday coverage is based on need, with efforts made to avoid scheduling staff for all winter holidays
• RTO should be kept to a minimum, with 3-4 days considered reasonable for a 13-week contract
• Candidates within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility are considered local and are not eligible for contract renewals or extensions
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-768825

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