Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lincoln, Maine.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 35 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Med/Surg RN – Days – Lincoln, ME

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Days (07:00 – 19:00) | 36 Hours Guaranteed

Base Rate: Standard (Urgent Fill)

A critical access facility located in Lincoln, Maine, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical/Surgical RN for an immediate, urgent need. This role requires a versatile nurse capable of providing high-quality care to a diverse adult population in a community hospital setting. You will be responsible for comprehensive patient assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes.

• Patient Care: Perform initial and ongoing age-appropriate nursing assessments and re-assessments for adult and geriatric patients.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement plans of care based on patient needs and physician orders, ensuring timely execution of nursing actions.
• Medication Administration: Administer medications accurately utilizing the "five rights" and verify patient response to treatments.
• Communication & Coordination: Communicate patient status changes to the healthcare team, participate in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, and conduct bedside rounding with hospitalists and case managers.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Discharge Planning: Complete discharge assessments and ensure patients and families understand their follow-up plan.

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience is required.
• Licensure: Active Maine (ME) State RN License or Compact License.
• Certifications: * BLS/BCLS (American Heart Association) – Required.
  • ACLS – Preferred.
• Compliance: Strict immunization requirements, including 2-step PPD, MMR, and Varicella titers/documentation. HepB declination is the only declination accepted.
• Skills: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Environment: 0–49 bed community hospital; ability to lift up to 30 lbs and assist with patient transfers is required.
• Location: 7 Transalpine Road, Lincoln, ME 04457.
• Urgency: Normal position urgency, but requires prompt reporting to Human Resources on Day 1 for onboarding.

Job

Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience is required.

- Licensure:
Active Maine (ME) State RN License or Compact License.

- Certifications:

* BLS/BCLS (American Heart Association) – Required.

ACLS – Preferred.

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus