World Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Machias, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re hiring nationwide and encouraging multi-state and out-of-state candidates to apply today. Enjoy competitive housing stipends and travel allowances, plus the convenience of weekly pay via direct deposit—making it easy to work, travel, and get paid wherever opportunities take you.
Job Description: Medical–Surgical Registered Nurse (Med/Surg RN) – Nights | Contract
Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Quick Start
Duration: 13 weeks
Positions Available: 1
Schedule: Night shift
Holiday Coverage: Required
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Medical–Surgical Registered Nurse (Med/Surg RN) for a night-shift contract assignment. The RN will be responsible for delivering safe, effective, and high-quality patient- and family-centered care in accordance with organizational standards and state nursing regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult Med/Surg patients
- Perform thorough patient assessments and timely documentation
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Respond quickly and efficiently in emergency situations
- Administer medications and treatments per provider orders
- Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold organizational mission, vision, and values
- Utilize electronic medical records accurately and efficiently
Required Qualifications
- Active state RN license (must be current)
- Ability to work independently and manage patient care autonomously
- Strong assessment, communication, computer, and documentation skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-acuity or emergency situations
Experience Requirements
- Minimum experience: Less than 1 year (newer nurses encouraged to apply)
Certifications
- BLS/BCLS required
- ACLS required
- Additional certifications may be required or preferred per facility policy, including:
- PALS
- NRP
- NIHSS
- CPI
- ENPC
- TNCC
- STABLE
Equipment & Systems
- Cerner electronic medical record (EMR)
Additional Information
- Bilingual skills not required
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and hold the required certifications to be eligible for application.
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus
