American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/30/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Burn/Surgical ICU position requiring a current MA RN license and prior ICU travel experience.
Responsibilities Work in the Burn/Surgical ICU within a hospital environment
Patient population includes complex adult surgical, burn, and acutely ill medical ICU patients, with burns comprising less than 10% of cases
Closed ICU model with multidisciplinary APP-led teams and 24/7 in-house attending ICU physicians
Rotating day/night shifts totaling 36 hours per week
Weekend and holiday shifts are required
Uses EPIC charting system
Responsibilities include care for burn, surgical, and critically ill medical adult patients
Work as part of a collaborative multispecialty ICU team
First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
Local candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the hospital; local pay rate applies
No validated parking available at Boston locations; candidates should plan for public transportation or paid parking
Holiday and weekend coverage is required for this assignment
Requirements Active Massachusetts RN license required; MA conditional licenses not accepted
Current BLS certification from AHA only
Minimum of 2 years ICU experience required
At least 1 year of travel RN experience required
Experience with complex surgical and critical care patients preferred
Must show proof of MA licensure at the time of consideration
Flu vaccination required with no religious or medical exemptions allowed
Benefits High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-625101. 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.