Posted 09/29/2026 · Job #523903
Neuro | Registered Nurse | 13–Week Travel – Portland, Maine
Job Description
Travel Neuro/Neurosurgical Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs in Portland, Maine
Travel RN opportunity in Portland, Maine for experienced neuro nurses caring for complex neurological, neurosurgical, orthopedic, and trauma patients.
Bring your neuro nursing expertise to a collaborative inpatient team in Portland, Maine. This 13-week travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to care for complex neurological, neurosurgical, orthopedic, and trauma patients while building valuable clinical experience in a supportive hospital environment. Portland is a vibrant coastal city known for its welcoming community, excellent dining, scenic waterfront, and easy access to outdoor recreation.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Neuro/Neurosurgical Nursing
- Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Portland, Maine
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120-$2,230
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract Duration: 13-week travel nursing contract
- Start Date: November 1, 2026
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Call Requirement: None
- Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5-6 on nights
- Unit: 26-bed neuro/orthopedic/trauma unit
- Electronic Medical Record: Epic
- Float: As needed
Neuro Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Maine
- At least 1 year of professional RN experience, including required neuro or neurosurgical nursing experience
- Experience caring for patients with neurological, neurosurgical, orthopedic, or trauma conditions
- Ability to perform neurological assessments, recognize changes in neurological status, and respond appropriately
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or the ability to obtain it as required
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, positive, team-oriented approach
- Professional appearance and willingness to wear appropriate clinical attire
Neuro Nursing Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient nursing care to patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions
- Care for patients recovering from spinal surgery, spine fractures, brain tumor procedures, joint replacement surgery, and traumatic injuries
- Monitor and manage patients with seizure disorders, head bleeds, and ventricular shunts
- Perform focused neurological assessments and promptly report changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments safely while evaluating patient responses
- Collaborate with providers, therapists, and the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families about treatment plans, recovery, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate patient documentation in Epic and follow applicable clinical and safety standards
- Float to other units as needed while maintaining high-quality patient care
Apply now for this travel Registered Nurse opportunity and join a collaborative neuro nursing team in Portland, Maine.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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