ICU Registered Nurse
Salem, MA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,281/weekOverview
- Start Date05/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care268 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for night shifts in a Level III trauma center, requiring a MA RN license and expertise in medical ICU care.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 20-bed Medical/Surgical ICU at a Level III trauma center
- Night shift position from 19:00 to 07:30 with every other weekend required
- Adult patient population with diagnoses including substance abuse/overdose, psychiatric conditions, DKA, sepsis, GI bleed, respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, renal failure, and cardiogenic shock
- Attendings and residents are present in the ICU 24/7
- Floating required, primarily to medical/surgical units with patient ratios of 1:4 or 1:5 when floated
- ICU RN to patient ratio is 1:2 or 1:1 for high acuity cases
- Requires telemetry competency and ability to read tele strips
- Uses Epic for charting
- Must float to med/surg units as needed
- Flu vaccination is required with no exemptions permitted
- Free on-site parking available
- Local candidates must reside at least 60 miles from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston to qualify for standard rate
- First time travelers are not specifically excluded
- Scrub color and dress code details provided upon assignment
- Holiday coverage may be required as scheduled
Requirements
- Active unrestricted MA RN license required at the time of consideration; no pending or conditional licenses accepted
- BLS and ACLS certifications required, American Heart Association (AHA) only
- Minimum 2 years of continuous adult ICU experience, preferably in a MICU
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips
- Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Facility
NSMC Salem Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with NSMC Salem Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 268 beds
Employer
American Traveler
59 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah got me my first travel position. She was very proactive in finding me a suitable job and location.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
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Salem, MA
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