Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $3,840 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The position focuses on providing critical care in a hospital setting with responsibilities including managing devices like IABP and Impella, and rotating nights and every other weekend.

The role requires BLS/ACLS, CT surgery exposure, and at least 2 years in ICU. Travel assignment includes weekly orientation and potential housing options.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Massachusetts or compact state)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience
• Cardiothoracic (CT) surgery experience and IABP/Impella devices experience preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care in the ICU setting.
• Manage complex devices such as IABP and Impella.
• Work 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend.
• Rotate weekends and holidays as required.
• Weekly orientation sessions during onboarding.

Skills

ICU nursing

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CT surgery experience

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse in a hospital setting. This position involves providing critical care for patients in the ICU environment, offering specialized medical attention and managing complex devices such as Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) and Impella. The role includes navigating a flexible schedule with night shifts, every other weekend, and holiday requirements, with weekly orientation sessions.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend; minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association) certifications; must have at least 2 years of experience in a similar ICU setting; must possess Cardiothoracic (CT) surgery experience and experience with devices like IABP and Impella.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medical records system EPIC; previous experience floating between ICU and Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU).
• Additional Information: Candidates must have been separated from the organization for at least 6 months to be eligible. Orientation is conducted weekly. Scrubs must be worn in any color.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1313208. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus