
Stepdown RN in Boston, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,405/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.81
- Weekly
- $2,405
- Yearly (full-time)
- $125,060
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.81/hour — 33% 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 the team at Boston Medical Center Place for a 13-week travel RN opportunity in the Stepdown unit. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment with complex medical cases, including neuro, cardiology, and medicine patients. You'll be caring for patients with high acuity needs such as chronic vents, trachs, and heart failure, providing critical support that makes a real difference. Expect to work 12-hour shifts, with a busy, hands-on schedule that keeps your skills sharp and your days engaging. The unit features a mix of IMCU and MedSurg patients, with an average patient ratio of 1:3 on IMCU and up to 1:4-5 on MedSurg, giving you the opportunity to develop your expertise in a variety of medical conditions. This assignment is ideal for an RN with at least 1 year of IMCU experience, along with 2+ years in medsurg and tele, neuro care, and telemetry interpretation. You'll need to be comfortable with auto med dispensing and reading telemetry rhythm strips, with a tele test on day 1 to assess your skills.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and comfortably cool, often with crisp mornings and pleasant afternoons, making it perfect for exploring the city or enjoying outdoor activities in a crisp fall atmosphere.
Fun Things To Do:
- Freedom Trail Tour: Walk through historic Boston and learn about the Revolutionary War.
- Fenway Park Tour: Experience a behind-the-scenes look at one of baseball’s most iconic stadiums.
- Day Trip to Salem: Discover the rich history and spooky lore of Salem’s witch trials during a day trip.
- Harbor Islands Excursion: Take a ferry to explore Boston Harbor’s scenic islands with beaches and trails.
- Whale Watching Cruise: Embark on a whale watching adventure along the Massachusetts coast for a fun day at sea.
Job Specifics:
Location: Boston, MA
Shift: 12-hour days (FLEX) with every other weekend and holiday off
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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