
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Portland, Maine
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Portland, ME
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,142/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $44.63
- Weekly
- $2,142
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,384
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $44.63/hour — 7% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine ($41.82/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine right now
- 426 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Maine from 6 agencies, 115 of them in Portland.
- Pay in these listings: $33.04 – $92.08/hour, median $58.34/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Maine: $41.82/hour ($86,986/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($76.79/hour across 60 jobs).
Job description
Join the team at Maine Medical Center for an engaging 13-week travel RN position in the ICU float pool. As a versatile ICU nurse, you'll navigate between MICU, Neuro ICU, Surgical/Trauma ICU, and CICU, caring for sedated, intubated, and pressor-receiving patients. This role offers a unique chance to sharpen your skills across multiple units, working with a variety of critically ill patients and collaborating with dedicated teams in a lively hospital setting. Be prepared for flexible shifts of 12 hours, with the opportunity to experience different units and patient populations during your contract.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Portland, Maine, tends to be crisp and refreshing, often with cool breezes and clear skies. It’s a season perfect for enjoying the scenic outdoors and embracing the changing of the seasons with minor fluctuations in temperature.
Fun Things To Do:
- Lighthouse Tour: Visit Portland Head Light for breathtaking coastal views and history.
- Day Trip to Acadia National Park: Explore stunning mountain landscapes, scenic drives, and peaceful lakes.
- Old Port Waterfront: Stroll along cobblestone streets filled with boutique shops, cafes, and lively restaurants.
- Seafood Feast: Indulge in fresh Maine lobster and seafood at local eateries.
- Casco Bay Islands: Take a ferry to explore charming islands with hiking, biking, and beachcombing opportunities.
Job Specifics:
Location: Portland, Maine
Shift: 12-hour nights (7 pm to 7:30 am)
Duration: 13 weeks, with a guaranteed 48 hours per week
Special Requirements: Must have at least 3 years of ICU experience, including acute care hospital settings, and 1 year of travel experience. Candidate must be flexible to float to various ICU units, including SICU, MICU, Neuro ICU, and CICU, with patient ratios of 1:2 (or 1:3 in IMC). No high-complexity patient care like CRRT is expected. The role operates on EPIC electronic medical records and requires a professional, team-focused personality.
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