Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary An ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Nurse position is available in the area, offering an opportunity to work in a fast-paced critical care environment. The role involves providing comprehensive care to patients requiring advanced interventions, with a focus on cardiovascular and surgical cases. The ideal candidate will be experienced in critical care settings, with specific expertise in cardiothoracic surgery and device management.
Job Details
Position Description: 48 hours per week, with a 12-hour night shift schedule, every other weekend, including holiday coverage during the winter holidays. The role requires the ability to float between intensive care units and intermediate care units.
Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association certification, valid ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - American Heart Association certification, minimum of 2 years of recent ICU experience, cardiothoracic surgery experience, familiarity with devices such as IABP and IMPELLA, EPIC electronic medical record system proficiency, and must be separated from the healthcare provider for at least 6 months.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with critical care devices and skills in managing complex cardiac cases is highly desirable.
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit all required certifications and proof of experience.
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 #1326848. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Cambridge, MA
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Epic Systemsunmatched
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Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
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