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Operating Room RN
Portland, Maine
Maine Medical Center Bramhall

$2,448-2,880/week
Posted 2 hours ago
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Travel RN Opportunity - Operating Room (Portland, Maine)

Position Overview

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
  • Employment Type: Travel
  • Location: Portland, Maine
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
  • Shift: 4x10 hour days or 4x12 hour days, occasional weekends and overnight trauma call
  • Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
  • Weekend Requirement: 1 in 4 weekends, 12-hour shifts
  • Call Requirement: One overnight trauma call (11pm-7am), scheduled per specialty team rules

Experience & Skills

  • Minimum Required Specialty Experience: 2 years
  • Required Skills: Level 1 trauma experience, head and neck procedures, airway management, general pediatric surgery, oral maxillofacial surgery (OMFS), facial trauma
  • Preferred Skills: General surgery, GU/GYN, orthopedic trauma and joints, neurosurgery, ENT, pediatrics, plastics, dental, endovascular
  • Experience Precepting New Tech Students and willingness to do so daily
  • Must be flexible with changing procedures throughout the day to accommodate schedule flow
  • Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Unit & Patient Information

  • Unit: Operating Room
  • Number of Beds: 26
  • Patient Ratios: 1:1
  • Equipment Used: Storz, Stryker, Olympus, Intuitive Robot (robotic surgery)
  • EMR System: Epic
  • Types of Procedures: Robotic ENT, cochlear implants, free flaps, DIEP flaps, facial and hand trauma, pediatric general cases, thoracic surgery

Certifications & Education

  • CNOR certification preferred

Work Environment & Culture

  • Personality Fit: Flexible, accountable, timely, team player
  • Dress Code: Teal scrubs issued by hospital

This role is ideal for an experienced OR RN with a strong background in trauma and specialty surgeries, who enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is comfortable with a variety of complex surgical procedures.

Facility

Maine Medical Center Bramhall

4.5rating(170 reviews)

14 nurses recommend working with Maine Medical Center Bramhall

5.0rating

Pros

So nice , I was on bean 5 snd loved it

Cons

Travelers float first , I was sent to a unit to care for a fresh graft , ive never done that , but I made it work

Elizabeth T
Elizabeth T
Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)
Apr '24 - Oct '24
Review of Maine Medical Center Bramhall on Dec 10, 2025
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Maine Medical Center Bramhall
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 637 beds
ADDRESS22 Bramhall StreetPortland, ME 04102
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About Portland, ME

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Portland, ME here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Portland, ME is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the primary factor.
  • Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 15-20°F.
  • Be prepared for cold winters and mild summers.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Portland, ME, but they may require some searching due to demand.
Transportation
  • Portland is relatively car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation options like buses and ferries for getting around the city and nearby islands.
Demographics
  • Portland, ME has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Portland, ME offers a vibrant food scene with numerous restaurants, as well as art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic cruises, whale watches, and island hopping in Casco Bay.
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