American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/12/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 12, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position in Worcester, MA, requiring MA licensure and a minimum of 2 years of SICU experience with high-acuity trauma and transplant patients.
Details
- Surgical ICU (SICU) setting within a high-acuity, busy hospital environment
- Patient population includes surgical, trauma, and transplant cases
- Patient ratio is 1:1–2
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating required to other adult ICUs and stepdown units as needed
- Charting is done in Epic
Requirements
- Active MA RN license required; conditional MA license accepted if candidate is actively working toward permanent licensure
- Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- SICU experience is required; candidates with both previous travel experience and Level I Trauma experience may also be considered
- Must pass a pass/fail EKG/telemetry test at orientation (one attempt allowed)
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
- Candidate must reside more than 200 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- RTO is minimized, with a preferred maximum of 3–5 days
- Nurses with prior disciplinary actions on their nursing license are not eligible for this position
- Contract lengths of 13, 20, or 26 weeks are accepted
American Traveler Job ID #P-733284. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.