Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Salem, MA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,200/weekOverview
- Start Date09/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a qualified Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse in Salem, Massachusetts. The position involves working in a Level III Trauma Center's Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) with floating responsibilities across adult medical and surgical units. The role requires providing care for adult patients with a range of diagnoses, including substance overdose, severe psychiatric conditions, sepsis, respiratory failure, and more. The ICU environment is supported by attending physicians and residents 24 hours a day.
Job Details:
- Shift: Rotating, 12-hour shifts with all day positions rotating between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. when needed. Night shifts are fixed and do not rotate.
- Schedule: 36 hours per week minimum.
- Required Qualifications: Active Massachusetts registered nurse (RN) license; American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications; 2+ years of adult ICU experience with continuous work in one location; telemetry competency; floating experience in medical/surgical units preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adult-critical patient care and telemetry.
- Float: Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The unit is a 20-bed Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit caring for diverse adult patients, including those diagnosed with substance abuse/overdose, sepsis, cardiac emergencies, renal failure, and others. The ICU operates within a 400+ bed community facility with comprehensive services including maternity and medical-surgical units. The electronic medical record system in use is EPIC.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Salem, MA
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Best known for the witch trials that took place in 1692, Salem is sure to bewitch you with its seaside charm, its maritime history and spellbinding beauty. Follow the Red Line along the sidewalks to navigate your journey through historic sites, including the Witch Trial Memorial, the Old Burying Point Cemetery and more. Discover serenity by the sea on the beaches of Salem Willows. The Bewitched statue, the Witch Museum and the Witch Dungeon conjure up diverse takes on witchery through history.
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