ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Albany, New York
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Albany, NY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,153/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.81
- Weekly
- $2,153
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,956
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.81/hour — 14% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New York ($52.62/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 New York right now
- 1,009 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New York from 6 agencies, 140 of them in Albany.
- Pay in these listings: $18.75 – $112/hour, median $61.94/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New York: $52.62/hour ($109,450/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($82.50/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Join us for an engaging 13-week travel healthcare contract working in a high-acuity ICU setting. This role involves caring for neuro/trauma SICU, MICU, CPS/VICU, CCU, and PCCU patients, often floating across different critical care units. You'll be utilizing your Epic experience daily and wearing Navy blue scrubs as part of this dedicated team. Perfect for experienced ICU RNs who thrive in versatile environments and enjoy a fast-paced, challenging role that keeps the skills sharp. This assignment offers the opportunity to expand your expertise in various ICU settings while enjoying the scenic surroundings of Albany.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild with crisp, cool days and occasional breezes, offering comfortable conditions for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
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Historic walking tours of downtown Albany
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Visit the New York State Museum
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Day trip to the scenic Adirondack Mountains
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Explore the Legacy Trails in the Hudson Valley
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Discover the Saratoga Springs thoroughbred racetrack
Job Specifics:
Location: Albany, NY
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly hours: 36 hours
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