ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Boston, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,294/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 13, 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
- 1,450 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts from 6 agencies, 356 of them in Boston.
- 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 181 jobs).
Job description
Join a highly specialized SICU team in Boston, where you'll be stepping into a fast-paced environment managing a variety of complex surgical cases, including transplant, hepatobiliary, and general surgery patients. This 13-week contract offers 12-hour rotating shifts—day and night—with every other weekend off, making it a great fit for experienced trauma or surgical ICU nurses who thrive on variety and challenge. Expect to work in an 8-bed unit with ratios ranging from 1:1 to 3:1, providing the perfect setting to sharpen your trauma and SICU skills while enjoying the vibrant city life during your time off.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Boston tends to be cool with a crisp, refreshing atmosphere. You can enjoy mild days perfect for outdoor activities, and cooler evenings that make for cozy evenings in the city or relaxing walks along historic streets.
Fun Things To Do:
- Freedom Trail: Explore historic landmarks along this famous path through downtown Boston.
- Harvard University Campus Tour: Take a day trip to Cambridge and experience the historic and academic ambiance of this renowned university.
- Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum: A fun, interactive experience capturing the city’s revolutionary history.
- Day Trip to Salem: Discover the witch trials history and enjoy seaside views just a short drive away.
- Cape Cod Excursion: Relax on beautiful beaches and enjoy fresh seafood during a day trip outside the city.
Job Specifics:
Location: Boston, MA
Shift: 12-hour rotating (day/night) with every other weekend off
Duration: 13 weeks (approximately 468 hours)
Weekly hours: 36 hours
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