American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: TravelAssignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift travel assignment at a Level III Trauma Center, requiring 2+ years of MICU experience and an active MA RN license.Details
- 20-bed Medical/Surgical ICU (MICU) within a 400+ bed community hospital designated as a Level III Trauma Center
- Adult patient population including diagnoses such as substance abuse/overdose, severe psychiatric conditions, DKA, sepsis, GI bleed, respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, renal failure, and cardiogenic shock
- Attendings and residents are present in the ICU 24 hours/day
- RN-to-patient ratio is 1:1 or 1:2 in the ICU; ratio increases to 1:4 or 1:5 when floating to Med/Surg units
- Night shift: 19:00-07:30, 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend (EOW) required
- Floating required, primarily to Medical/Surgical units
- EMR: Epic
- 13-week assignmentRequirements
- Active MA RN license required - no pending or conditional licenses accepted
- AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications required (AHA only; Red Cross not accepted at this facility)
- 2+ years of continuous adult MICU experience required, preferably in a single location
- Telemetry strip reading competency required
- 2 professional references required for consideration
- Flu vaccine required; no religious or medical exemptions are acceptedAdditional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to a diverse adult ICU population with high-acuity and complex medical needs
- Floating to Med/Surg units is required and may involve caring for up to 4-5 patients
- Candidates with a permanent residence within 60 miles of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston are considered local and are subject to a reduced pay rate
- On-site parking is available at this location at no cost
- Time keeping system: UKG/KronosAmerican Traveler Job ID . 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 - ICUAbout American TravelerWith 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. -
