American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Damariscotta, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Intermediate Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical/Intermediate Care Unit (SCU/IMC) night shift position in Damariscotta, ME, requiring at least 2 years of experience and proficiency with vasoactive drips and ventilators.
Details
- 8-bed SCU/IMC unit in a hospital setting, located on the 2nd floor
- Patient population includes SCU, IMC, and Med/Surg patients, with swing bed care on rare occasions
- Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:4 depending on patient acuity
- Equipment used includes ventilators, ceiling lifts, Plum pumps, feeding tubes, chest tubes, and SCD boots
- Epic EMR is used on the unit
- Night shift: 5:45 PM โ 6:15 AM
- Every other weekend is required at minimum
- Occasional floating to the Med/Surg unit is required, with a 25-mile float policy between facilities
Requirements
- Active ME or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Experience with vasoactive drips and ventilators is required
- ICU or SCU experience is preferred
- BLS certification required; non-AHA certifications are accepted but AHA must be completed prior to start date
- Driver's License required for consideration
- 2 professional references required for consideration
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- Personal electronic devices including AirPods, laptops, and cell phones are prohibited on the unit
- Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (residents of ME or NH) are considered local and are subject to a reduced pay rate
- Local travelers are not eligible for contract renewals or extensions
- Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this at the time of consideration
- RTO should be kept to a minimum; 3โ4 days is considered reasonable for a 13-week contract, subject to manager discretion
American Traveler Job ID #P-734460. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Surgical ICU
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.