Skilled Nursing/Long-Term Care RN
Augusta, ME
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Skilled Nursing Facility/Long Term Care position in Maine, requiring a ME or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a post-acute setting including LTC, SNF, acute rehab, and assisted living units
• 38-bed facility serving primarily LTC and SNF patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, and post-surgical cases
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM with 12-hour shifts
• Staffing ratios are 1 RN to 38 residents during nights
• Use of Allscripts and My Unity EMR systems
• Floating required within LTC, SNF, acute rehab, and residential care units
• Weekend shifts required every other weekend
• Holidays are rotated with permanent staff
• No on-call responsibilities
• Primary duties include admissions, discharges, medication administration, and treatments
• No respiratory therapist onsite; nurses are responsible for all treatments
• Team includes clinical specialists, physician support after hours on call, and interdisciplinary professionals such as PT/OT/SLP, rehab, case managers, and dieticians
• Pharmacy is off-site with medication dispensing system
• Three-day unit orientation is provided, with a mix of day and night shifts depending on assignment
• Lime green and black scrubs required with at least some green visible
• Travelers are expected to be flexible with scheduling due to current staffing shortages
• No separate COVID unit

Requirements

• Active ME or compact RN license is required
• At least one year of RN experience in a similar care setting
• Current BLS certification
• Experience with PICC lines, G-tube care, and wound vacs
• Ability to pass medications and perform admissions and discharges
• COVID-19 vaccination required per state mandate by October 1
• Must be able to wear N95 masks as needed

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts