Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,066 per week
About the Role
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a 13-week assignment in Machias, Maine. This role involves delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care in medical-surgical and telemetry units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high standards of patient safety and professional ethics.
Responsibilities
- Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team
- Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses
- Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures
- Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans
- Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs
- Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed
- Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan
- Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Requirements
- One year of recent Med Surg RN experience
- Valid RN license in compliance with Maine state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
Qualifications
- Preferred: NIHSS certification, ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
- Other certifications and licenses may be required
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Proficiency in PC skills and ability to follow written/verbal instructions
- Physical abilities: remain stationary, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
- Mental requirements: cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, and maintain concentration to detail
- Sensory requirements: visual acuity and effective communication abilities
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Pay
Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week, with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026.
Why Choose Fusion?
At Fusion Medical Staffing, our mission is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day-one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships, exclusive discounts, and more. Our traveler-first approach ensures you’re supported by a dedicated team, from your personal recruiter to clinical and traveler experience teams. Join us to meld your career with personal adventures and make a lasting impact.