Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/15/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• Hours per Week:
  36
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry Night Shift | Travel Nurse | Portland, ME (04102)

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry Night Shift in Portland, ME (04102). Travel nursing opportunity for experienced cardiac telemetry RNs to join a supportive clinical team.

Are you a dedicated RN looking to advance your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join our Med/Surg Telemetry team in Portland, Maine, and make a difference in the lives of patients recovering from cardiac and thoracic surgeries. Enjoy the vibrant culture, scenic beauty, and coastal charm of Portland (zip code 04102), a city known for its thriving arts scene, award‑winning restaurants, and easy access to outdoor adventures.

This travel nursing job is ideal for Med/Surg Telemetry Nurses, Cardiac Telemetry RNs, and Registered Nurses who thrive in fast‑paced cardiac care settings.

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry / Cardiac & Thoracic focus (Travel RN)
• Location: Portland, ME 04102 – Experience the vibrant coastal city of Portland, Maine, renowned for its arts, dining, and outdoor recreation.
• Setting: Med/Surg Telemetry Unit (Cardiac & Thoracic recovery)
• Contract Type: Travel (26 weeks; 13‑week contracts considered)
• Start Date: March 15, 2026
• End Date: September 12, 2026
• Shift: Night Shift – 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (12‑hour nights)
• Hours per Week: 36 (48 preferred; 36 accepted)
• Weekend Requirement: Every to every other weekend
• Unit Size: 36 beds
• Patient Ratio: 1:5 (night shift)
• EMR: Epic
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,200 - $2,320 per week

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state of assignment)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• Strong cardiac telemetry skills;
  Cardiac Telemetry RN experience preferred
• Comfortable floating to other Med/Surg units as needed
• Completion of hospital onboarding modules (assigned on Day
  1)
• Preferred:
  Experience with cardiac surgery (CABG, valve replacement, post aortic dissection repair), thoracic surgery (VATS, wedge resection, lobectomy), chest tubes, temporary epicardial pacemakers, and post‑TAVR care
• Preferred:
  Familiarity with cardiac medications (amiodarone, insulin, dobutamine, nitro, milrinone, diltiazem)

• Deliver high‑quality nursing care to patients on a busy Med/Surg Telemetry unit specializing in cardiac and thoracic surgery recovery
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry, recognize arrhythmias, and respond to changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, respiratory therapy, and case management
• Administer medications and manage complex cardiac drips as appropriate
• Provide care for patients with chest tubes, temporary epicardial pacemakers, and other post‑surgical needs
• Float to other Med/Surg units as required and assist with clinical support across the floor
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Epic EMR
• Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a fast‑paced environment

• Travel nursing opportunity in Portland, Maine—great for Cardiac Telemetry RNs and Med/Surg Telemetry Nurses
• Work with a collaborative, experienced team focused on high‑quality cardiac and thoracic care
• Opportunity to expand telemetry and post‑operative cardiac skills
• Epic EMR experience and exposure to complex cardiac cases

Apply now to join our Med/Surg Telemetry team in Portland, ME (04102). This travel RN position is ideal for Registered Nurses and Cardiac Telemetry RNs seeking challenging clinical work and professional growth. Travel nursing positions fill quickly—submit your application today to secure this opportunity.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.