Travel Hospice RN – Home Care - $2,892 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Home Health Hospice for a travel nursing job in Ellsworth, Maine.

• Specialty: Hospice
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Hospice position in a home care setting in the Ellsworth/Bangor, ME area, requiring a valid ME or compact RN license and prior hospice experience.

• Home care and hospice setting serving patients across the Ellsworth and Bangor, ME territory
• Caseload averages 25–30 patients per case manager; office census averages 150 patients
• Common patient types include post-orthopedic surgery, wound care, chronic/acute CHF and COPD, post-cardiac surgery, genitourinary conditions, IV antibiotic teaching, central line care, med pre-fills, and lab draws
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with consideration for 4x10-hour days dependent on experience
• Weekend rotation required, typically once per month but may be more frequent depending on staffing
• Overnight on-call rotation from 5 PM to 8 AM, typically once every 3–4 weeks
• EMR: Netsmart (experience preferred)
• IV pumps provided through vendor
• May be asked to support other agency locations if Ellsworth territory census is low
• 26-week contract

• Active ME RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS certification
• Valid driver's license required; must have access to own vehicle for patient-to-patient home visits
• Minimum 1 year of hospice or home health experience required
• Clinical skills required to manage hospice diagnoses including wound care, CHF, COPD, central line care, IV antibiotic teaching, and lab draws
• Flu vaccination required for eligibility to start
• Must provide 2 professional references from within the past year; at least one reference must be from a supervisor, manager, or director (charge nurse acceptable; peer references not accepted)
• Full SSN required for consideration
• Copies of all certifications required for consideration
• Driver's license must be submitted as a separate document for consideration
• Permanent address must be 100 miles south/southwest of Bangor, ME
• Must not have previously worked at any Northern Light Health facility in a permanent capacity

• Provide case management and direct patient care to hospice patients in their homes across the Ellsworth/Bangor territory
• Responsibilities include wound care, IV antibiotic teaching, central line care, medication pre-fills, and lab draws
• Support team includes a clinical manager, scheduling team, and lead support staff
• One-week orientation provided
• Dress code is business casual or scrubs; no specific color requirement
• Holiday coverage required when assignment coincides with major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• All time off requests require manager approval
• First-time travelers considered only if they have prior home health and hospice experience
• Travelers living 100 miles north of Bangor, ME are considered on a case-by-case basis with individual approval

American Traveler Job ID #P-715510. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Hospice/Palliative Care

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.