Travel Intermediate Care Unit RN
Listed on 2026-10-01
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Nursing
RN Nurse, ICU Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Intermediate Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
10/20/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Oct 20, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care/Intermediate Care Unit position requiring PCU-level experience and a Maine or compact RN license.
Details- 12-bed Intermediate Care/PCU unit within a Level II Trauma Center hospital
- Night shift schedule, 7P-7A, 36 hours per week
- Cares for cardiac and medical patients including post-op cardiac cath, ablation, TAVR, STEMI, NSTEMI, CHF, AFIB with RVR, sepsis, COPD, ETOH withdrawal, COVID, PNA, and respiratory failure requiring BiPAP or high-flow O2
- Also cares for long-term trach/vent patients, stroke patients, and stable post-craniotomy patients
- RN to patient ratio of 1:3-4 on days and nights, with tech ratio of 1:6
- Support includes 24/7 ICU-trained resource nurse, 24/7 RT, 24/7 hospitalist, IV/VAT team for US-guided IVs and PICC/midline placement, and PT/OT Monday-Friday
- Uses Cerner EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and GE monitors
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend
- May float to ED, ICU, or CCU when there is an intermediate-level assignment in those departments
- Active RN license (Maine state or compact) required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of PCU/Intermediate Care experience required, or 2 years of Med/Surg experience with some PCU exposure
- Comfortable performing trach care and suctioning, administering 100% FiO2 via suction support, and silencing vent alarms
- Experience with chest tubes, wound vac/VAC dressing changes, BiPAP, non-titrating vasoactive/antiarrhythmic drips, cardiac rhythm interpretation, temporary pacemakers, TR bands, post-femoral sheath care, insulin drips, drain/ostomy care, and IV starts
- Comfortable performing Q2H neuro checks; prior stable craniotomy experience preferred but not required if confident in neuro assessment
- Trauma patient care experience required
- Cerner EMR experience preferred
- Orientation consists of general hospital orientation followed by one day on the unit
- Charge nurse role may carry a patient assignment if needed
- Scrub color is flexible as long as professional
- Free parking available in designated areas
- Up to 7 days of time off may be approved at submission; holiday requests require manager approval and holiday coverage expectations vary based on unit needs
- COVID-19 and influenza vaccination required for all staff, with medical exemptions only considered by the client and requiring at least 2 weeks for review
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates who have previously worked at any Northern Light Health hospital in a permanent capacity will not be considered
- Permanent residence must be located 100+ miles south/southwest of the facility for consideration
American Traveler Job #P-759604. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit
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.
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