Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,280 per week

About the role

Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) nurses are responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in a hospital setting. Located in Bangor, Maine, this role involves working under the supervision of the Unit Director and providing direct patient support on night shifts. The position includes responsibilities for telemetry monitoring, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care in a medical-surgical/telemetry setting
• Perform telemetry monitoring and interpretation
• Conduct patient assessments and vital sign monitoring
• Collaborate with physicians, unit director, and healthcare team to coordinate care
• Provide direct patient support during night shifts
• Adhere to hospital policies and safety protocols

Requirements

• Current Maine Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Minimum of 0 years of experience (new graduates eligible)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)
• MOAB (Medical Office Administrative Billing) or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification (preferred but not required)
• Prior telemetry experience (preferred)

Skills

• Patient assessment and critical thinking
• Telemetry monitoring and arrhythmia recognition
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to work night shifts and manage 12‑hour shifts
• Time management and prioritization in a fast‑paced unit

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit / free checking
• Unlimited free continuing education (CE) credits

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Travelers residing within 50 miles of the facility receive a $10/hr lower local rate.

Schedule

• Night shifts, 12 hours per shift
• Minimum of 36 hours per week
• Up to 16 hours of orientation are unpaid
• Hospital may cancel up to three shifts within the 13‑week contract