Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,221 per week in Salem, MA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Salem
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Salem, MA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,221 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 5/31/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Salem, Massachusetts, 01970! Job Title: ICU RN Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 2 years of continuous Intensive Care Unit experience required License: Active RN License in Massachusetts Certifications: BLS, ACLS Must-Have: Must be able to read telemetry strips Description: Nights and every other weekend required with 36 or 48 hours guaranteed. 2 years of continuous Intensive Care Unit experience is required. Candidates must be able to read telemetry strips. The unit is a Level III Trauma Center and includes a Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit. The ICU has a total of 20 beds. The facility cares for a wide range of adult patients with diagnoses including substance abuse, severe psychiatric conditions, DKA, sepsis, GI bleed, respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, renal failure, and cardiogenic shock. Attending physicians and residents are present in the unit 24 hours a day. Floating to medical/surgical units is required, with a patient load of up to 4 or 5 patients when floated. Telemetry competency is required. Shifts may rotate among day positions; however, night shift will not rotate. The RN to patient ratio is 1:2 or 1:1 with high acuity patients, and 1:4 or 1:5 when floated to other units. The facility uses an electronic medical record charting system. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29392263EXPTEMP

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