Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Ellsworth, ME

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Ellsworth
Posted on: February 3, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Ellsworth, ME Agency: GQR Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Evenings - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with GQR Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Ellsworth, Maine, 04605! CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT DETAILS Contract Assignment ID: 355800 Date Range: 11/24/2025 - 2/21/2026 Program: SimpliFi Travel System: Northern Light Health Facility: Maine Coast Memorial Hospital Ellsworth, ME Unit: Medsurg Position Type: Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Shift Time Type: 7P-7A 12Night Hours Per Week: 36 Additional Info: 11/24 start needed Simplifi Interviews Address: 50 Union St., Ellsworth, ME 04605 Hospital Beds: 64 General Information Beds: 27 Minimum experience? RN – 2 years Tech – 1 year; Nursing home experience is accepted Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes Patient Types: Total Joints (knees, hips etc), General MS, Appendicitis, colectomies, small bowel, Urology (turp, cysto), CHF, PNA, Sepsis, DM. Patient’s with addictions in addition to other medical issues Patient Ratios: RN: Days – 1:5-6; Nights – 1:6-7 Tech: Days & Nights – 1:10-12 Required Certifications: RN: BLS, ACLS (preferred) Tech: BLS Skills required: RN: Previous Charge RN experience highly preferred – manager is willing to accept travelers without this ONLY if they are willing to be trained as Charge and to work in that capacity as needed during their contract Chest tubes, traches, drains, wound vacs, IVs, PCAs, Epidurals (rare), IVABX, Heparin gtts; are not required to reading and interpret cardiac strips but it is preferable Tech: ADLs, Feeding, Tray Setup, answering call bells, V/S, blood sugars, ambulate patients, range of motion Support on the Unit: Charge nurse: takes assignment most shifts RT, 24/7 Hospitalist, 24/7 Centralized Tele monitoring tech The facility has one person to assist with difficult IVs and central lines, but nurses are expected to make two attempts to start their own IVs before asking for assistance. Rapid Response is not a designated separate team, but is attended by the in-house provider, respiratory, ICU & ED charge nurses, unit charge and staff nurses, and the nursing supervisor at a minimum. Charting System: Cerner Floating: If yes, where? May float to ICU for Med Surg level patients May float to ED to task/as helping hands Orientation: (facility and unit) General hospital orientation 1 shift on unit Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other; travel pairs are allowed to work the same weekend generally Will they be on call? If so, what is that schedule? No call Holiday Expectations: 2/4 as needed In all contracts it states the facility may call off for 24 hours per contract Approval of time off? Seek manager approval Other notes or things you want us to check/verify? Scrub Color: Any color, must be professional Free Parking? Yes CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT DETAILS Contract Assignment ID: 355800 Date Range: 11/24/2025 - 2/21/2026 Program: SimpliFi Travel System: Northern Light Health Facility: Maine Coast Memorial Hospital Ellsworth, ME Unit: Medsurg Position Type: Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Shift Time Type: 7P-7A 12Night Hours Per Week: 36 Additional Info: 11/24 start needed Simplifi Interviews Address: 50 Union St., Ellsworth, ME 04605 Hospital Beds: 64 General Information Beds: 27 Minimum experience? RN – 2 years Tech – 1 year; Nursing home experience is accepted Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes Patient Types: Total Joints (knees, hips etc), General MS, Appendicitis, colectomies, small bowel, Urology (turp, cysto), CHF, PNA, Sepsis, DM. Patient’s with addictions in addition to other medical issues Patient Ratios: RN: Days – 1:5-6; Nights – 1:6-7 Tech: Days & Nights – 1:10-12 Required Certifications: RN: BLS, ACLS (preferred) Tech: BLS Skills required: RN: Previous Charge RN experience highly preferred – manager is willing to accept travelers without this ONLY if they are willing to be trained as Charge and to work in that capacity as needed during their contract Chest tubes, traches, drains, wound vacs, IVs, PCAs, Epidurals (rare), IVABX, Heparin gtts; are not required to reading and interpret cardiac strips but it is preferable Tech: ADLs, Feeding, Tray Setup, answering call bells, V/S, blood sugars, ambulate patients, range of motion Support on the Unit: Charge nurse: takes assignment most shifts RT, 24/7 Hospitalist, 24/7 Centralized Tele monitoring tech The facility has one person to assist with difficult IVs and central lines, but nurses are expected to make two attempts to start their own IVs before asking for assistance. Rapid Response is not a designated separate team, but is attended by the in-house provider, respiratory, ICU & ED charge nurses, unit charge and staff nurses, and the nursing supervisor at a minimum. Charting System: Cerner Floating: If yes, where? May float to ICU for Med Surg level patients May float to ED to task/as helping hands Orientation: (facility and unit) General hospital orientation 1 shift on unit Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other; travel pairs are allowed to work the same weekend generally Will they be on call? If so, what is that schedule? No call Holiday Expectations: 2/4 as needed In all contracts it states the facility may call off for 24 hours per contract Approval of time off? Seek manager approval Other notes or things you want us to check/verify? Scrub Color: Any color, must be professional Free Parking? Yes 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. 28877500EXPTEMP

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