Travel Registered Nurse, Skilled Nursing & Long Term Care

Job Summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Long Term Care skilled nursing assignment in Augusta, Maine. The role requires an RN license issued by ME or a compact license, BLS certification, and 1+ year experience in a skilled nursing or long‑term care setting. The assignment is a 13‑week travel position with 12‑hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM) and a 36‑hour weekly schedule.

The position is posted as "Travel RN – Med/Surg – Skilled Nursing".

• Specialty
  :
  Skilled Nursing
• Discipline
  : RN
• Start Date
  : 02/23/2026
• Duration
  : 13 weeks
• Hours per week
  : 36 (12‑hour nightly shifts)
• Shift
  : 12‑hour night
• Employment Type
  :
  Travel
• Travel : P-672610

• Work in a post‑acute care setting including LTC, SNF, acute rehab, and assisted living units (38‑bed unit, 1:38 night nurse‑to‑patient ratio).
• Provide care for a patient population with CHF, COPD, post‑surgical needs, etc.
• Perform admissions, discharges, medication administration, and other treatments.
• Use Allscripts and My Unity EMR systems.
• Float among LTC, SNF, acute rehab, and assisted living units.
• Wear lime green and black scrubs with visible green; N95 masks for infection control.
• Complete a three‑day unit‑specific orientation (mix of day and night training).
• Cover weekend shifts every other weekend and holiday coverage rotates with permanent staff.
• Accept no call or standby requirements.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary team including PT/OT/SLP, rehab specialists, case managers, dieticians.
• Assume nursing responsibility for all treatments due to absence of onsite RT.
• Follow infection control measures using N95 masks.

• Active ME or compact RN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum one year of RN experience.
• Preferred experience:
  
  PICC lines, G‑tubes, wound vacs, and IV certification for LPNs.
• COVID‑19 vaccination required per Maine state regulations.

• High pay and bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one.
• 401(k) plan with match.
• Weekly payroll deposit.
• Free online CEUs.
• Generous housing allowance.
• Travel and licensure reimbursements.
• Non‑taxed per diem and subsidy.
• Traveler rewards and discounts.

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 or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our recruiters find positions that align with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium insurance, a substantial 401(k) match, generous housing stipends, and 24/7 support.

Our in‑house clinicians provide confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. Relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career with us.