Travel Special Care Unit RN - $2,380 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Damariscotta, Maine.

• Specialty: Intermediate Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/10/2026
• 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: May 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step-Down/Intermediate Care Unit (SCU/IMC) position in Damariscotta, Maine, requiring 5 years of experience and proficiency with vasoactive drips and ventilators.

• Work in an 8-bed SCU/IMC unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes SCU, IMC, and Med/Surg patients, with rare swing bed cases
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:4
• Specialized equipment includes ventilators, ceiling lifts, infusion pumps, feeding tubes, chest tubes, and SCD boots
• EMR system is Epic
• Shifts are 12 hours, days (6a–6p) or nights (6p–6a)
• 36 hours per week with every other weekend required at minimum
• No on-call requirements
• Occasional float to Med/Surg, with a 25-mile float policy between facilities as needed

• Active Maine (ME) or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience required
• Experience with vasoactive drips and ventilators required
• ICU or SCU background preferred
• Driver's License required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• 2 professional references required for consideration

• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (Maine or New Hampshire residents) are considered local and may be subject to a different bill rate
• Local travelers are not eligible for contract renewals or extensions
• Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should be noted accordingly
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position
• Use of AirPods, laptops, and cell phones on the unit is prohibited
• The ideal candidate is down-to-earth, a team player, proactive, and holds high professional standards

American Traveler Job ID #P-695736. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU

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.