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ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care (Night Shift) in Portland, Maine.
Location
Portland, ME
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
Night Shift: 7pm-7:30am (12-hour shifts)
Weekend Hours: 36 hours per week, as needed
Job Description
The Registered Nurse in the Intermediate Care unit provides specialized care for patients requiring higher levels of monitoring and intervention than in a general medical-surgical unit. This nurse will work in a 12-bed unit, handling various patient conditions, including respiratory issues, medical telemetry, and post-surgical care.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient-centered nursing care to individuals with acute or chronic medical conditions.
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding to changes as necessary.
- Administer medications, including insulin drips for DKA protocol, and manage BIPAP and hi-flow oxygen equipment.
- Utilize telemetry systems and relevant EMR documentation (Epic) for patient management.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive care plans.
Required Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an intermediate care or higher-level unit.
- At least one previous travel assignment at a medical-surgical level or higher is required.
Certifications/Licensure
- Current BLS certification is required.
- Valid RN license for the state of Maine.
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements - we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.