ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Newton, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Newton, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,181/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.58
- Weekly
- $2,181
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,412
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.58/hour — 21% 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
Job Description:
This 13-week travel healthcare contract in Newton, Massachusetts offers a consistent overnight schedule totaling 36 hours per week. You will work three 12-hour night shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays included in the assignment. The schedule provides focused overnight work while giving you time to explore the area during the day.
Weather:
Expect crisp, cool conditions with a mix of sunny days, passing clouds, and occasional rain. Comfortable layers and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Parks: Walk, relax, or enjoy the scenery at Newton’s outdoor green spaces.
• Historic Neighborhoods: Explore the city’s distinctive neighborhoods and local architecture.
• Food and Cafés: Discover independently owned restaurants, cafés, and dessert spots in and around Newton.
• Day Trip—Coastal Towns: Spend a day visiting a nearby New England coastal community.
• Day Trip—Regional History: Take a day trip to explore historic sites and cultural attractions in the surrounding area.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Newton, Massachusetts
Shift: 12-hour nights, three shifts per week; rotating weekends and holidays
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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