Travel Contract

Operating Room RN
Lewiston, ME
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,201/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date05/20/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,201/week

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • School loan reimbursement
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
    Education
  • Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR) Travel Position

Location: Lewiston, Maine
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel


Facility & Unit Overview

  • Level III Trauma Center
  • 190-bed hospital with 24/7 Emergency Care, Cardiovascular, Cancer, Orthopedic, Women’s & Children’s Health, and Primary Care services
  • Teaching hospital with Joint Commission Accreditation
  • Operating Room equipped with robotics, microscopes, laser, specialty OR tables/beds, navigation system for craniotomy, DaVinci surgical system
  • Electronic Health Records: Cerner Surginet & Omnicell

Position Details

  • Department: Operating Room and Supplies
  • Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Specialty: Operating Room
  • Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
  • Call Requirements: Weeknight and weekend call required
  • Float Requirements: Yes
  • Scrub Color: Provided (Navy Blue)

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Maine
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
  • Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Bariatric surgery experience
  • Vascular surgery experience
  • ENT surgery experience
  • OB/GYN experience
  • Neurology experience
  • Orthopedic surgery experience

Preferred Experience & Skills

  • General OR experience including Trauma, Bariatrics, Vascular, ENT, Gynecology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics
  • Experience with robotics in surgery preferred

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

  • General surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Urology, Gynecology, Bariatrics, ENT, Vascular, Robotics

Location Highlights

  • Lewiston is the 2nd largest city in Maine
  • Close to Portland (40 minutes), Lost Valley Ski Resort (15 minutes), Old Orchard Beach (1 hour), Acadia National Park (2.5 hours)
  • Offers a cultural atmosphere with outdoor activities such as skiing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, and sightseeing

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1044 reviews)

228 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Lauren quickly responds to any questions I may have, she is very kind and sweet, and made my whole process for my contract very easy, and I was very comfortable working with her, she is one of the best recruiters I’ve ever worked with!

Cons

None

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Jodi N
Radiology Technician (Allied Health Professional)
Review of Lauren Pollacci on Apr 22, 2026
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Lewiston, ME

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Lewiston, ME here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Lewiston, ME is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Lewiston experiences average summer highs of around 80°F and winter lows of around 10°F, with significant snowfall during the winter months.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lewiston, ME, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
Transportation
  • Lewiston is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
Demographics
  • Lewiston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues in the area may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Lewiston offers a variety of restaurants, especially featuring local seafood.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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