Med/Surg Trauma RN
Lebanon, NH
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a fast-paced adult Med/Surg Trauma unit, requiring a minimum of 1.5 years of recent experience and Level I or comparable Level II Trauma center background.

Details

• 36-bed adult surgical unit caring primarily for trauma and acute care surgical patients
• Common diagnoses include spinal cord injuries (new quadriplegics and paraplegics), traumatic brain injuries, orthopedic trauma, hernia repair, small bowel obstructions, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy
• Unit includes 2 negative pressure rooms serving the COVID patient population
• Day/night rotating schedule
• RN-to-patient ratio: 1:4 on days, 1:5 on nights
• LNA-to-patient ratio: 1:12

Requirements

• Active NH RN license or Compact RN license required (proof of state residency required for Compact license holders)
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 1.5 years of recent, equivalent Med/Surg Trauma experience required
• Level I Trauma center experience preferred; several years at a Level II Trauma center is acceptable
• Trauma experience must be within the last 2 years
• Required clinical skills: chest tubes, tracheostomies/laryngectomies, telemetry monitoring, complex wound care, central line care and maintenance including blood draws, and management of lines/tubes/drains for post-surgical patients
• Experience with vasoactive and high-alert drips including Diltiazem, heparin, Lasix, insulin, and amiodarone required
• Two professional references from managers required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
• Unit prioritizes patient rehabilitation and support in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment