Med/Surg RN in Newton, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Newton, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,049/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.39
- Weekly
- $2,102
- Yearly (full-time)
- $109,304
This job pays about $58.39/hour — 16% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts ($50.27/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, 36 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 Massachusetts right now
- 1,509 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts from 6 agencies, 55 of them in Newton.
- Pay in these listings: $8.00 – $109/hour, median $63.72/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Massachusetts: $50.27/hour ($104,562/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($80.90/hour across 170 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week travel healthcare contract in Newton offers a consistent overnight schedule of three 12-hour shifts each week. You will work from 7:15 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays included in the assignment. The schedule provides a steady rhythm for exploring the Boston area between shifts.
Weather:
Expect crisp, cool conditions with a mix of sunny days, cloudy skies, and occasional rain. Temperatures are generally comfortable for walking and sightseeing with a light jacket or warm layers.
Fun Things To Do:
• Boston Exploration: Walk the Freedom Trail, visit historic neighborhoods, and enjoy the city’s museums and restaurants.
• Charles River Recreation: Take a scenic walk, run, or bike ride along the Charles River Esplanade.
• Day Trip to Salem: Explore the waterfront, historic sites, museums, and distinctive shops in Salem.
• Day Trip to Cape Cod: Spend a day visiting coastal towns, beaches, lighthouses, and seafood spots.
• Day Trip to Concord and Lexington: Discover Revolutionary-era history, walking trails, and charming town centers.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Newton, Massachusetts
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:15 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.; three shifts per week with rotating weekends and holidays
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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