Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Portland, ME
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Float Pool Telemetry position with inpatient surgical experience and BLS/ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Float Pool covering Surgical, Medical, Telemetry, Observation, and IMC units in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes adults with cardiac, respiratory, post-surgical, and general medical diagnoses
• Expected to care for patients with CHF, COPD, stroke, MI, post-op, and complex medical needs
• RN-to-patient ratios: 1:4-5 on days, 1:5-6 on nights, Intermediate Care 1:3
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Rotation every other weekend including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Possible call requirements if census drops
• Floating to multiple units required
• Uses Cerner EMR, Pyxis, and GE Monitors
• Primary responsibilities include telemetry and post-surgical care for adults with a range of medical and surgical needs
• Charge RN support available, with floating coverage for days and assignment coverage on weekends and nights
• CNAs, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and intensivists provide additional support 24/7
• Initial orientation includes regulatory and equipment review plus one shift on a clinical unit
• Professional scrubs of any color are acceptable but will not be provided
• Flu vaccination required for start dates after 9/30/2024; medical exemptions only, subject to pre-approval
• Free parking is available on site
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled

Requirements

• Active ME or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience with at least 1 year in Telemetry
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Inpatient surgical experience required
• Cardiac drip management (Heparin, Diltiazem), cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, chest tube and trach care, and central/PICC line care required
• Previous employment in any Northern Light Health Hospital in a permanent role is not allowed
• Must reside at least 100 miles south or southwest of 489 State St, Bangor, ME to be eligible

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