
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,294/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.72
- Weekly
- $2,294
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,288
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.72/hour — 27% 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
- 1,446 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts from 6 agencies, 39 of them in Cambridge.
- Pay in these listings: $8.00 – $107/hour, median $63.53/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 177 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a travel healthcare professional in Cambridge, MA, where you'll bring specialized expertise in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on critical care. This role involves providing care in both ICU and IMCU settings, with a mix of day and night shifts on a 12-hour rotating schedule. You'll work closely with patients undergoing cardiothoracic procedures, including those supported by devices like IABP and Impella, while maintaining a flexible, fast-paced environment. Expect to be part of a team that values your skills and experience, ensuring smooth transitions between units and supporting critical interventions when needed. Every few weeks, you'll experience a new challenge, making this assignment both rewarding and engaging.
Weather:
The weather around here tends to be crisp and invigorating, with chilly winters and mild, pleasant summers. It's the perfect climate to enjoy seasonal outdoor activities and warm up with local culinary delights.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic walking tour of Harvard Square
- Day trip to Martha's Vineyard
- Exploring the Boston Common and Public Garden
- Visit to the Museum of Fine Arts
- Hiking in the Blue Hills Reservation
Job Specifics:
Location: Cambridge, MA
Shift: 12-hour rotating, days/nights every other weekend, with holiday requirements
Duration: 13 weeks, with weekly orientation and guaranteed 72 hours biweekly
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