Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 11 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. This role involves working within a comprehensive Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) and Neuro Critical Care Units, focusing on critically ill patients. The ICU nurse will provide specialized care, often in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to float across related units based on staffing needs.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid certifications including NIHSS, BLS, ACLS (All through the American Heart Association); 1+ years of experience in a Level 1 ICU or 2+ years in an ICU setting; preferred candidates have at least 1 year in a MICU environment; a minimum of 23 years of related experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Medical Intensive Care Units and Neuro Critical Care; strong ICU background with familiarity handling cases such as sepsis, ESRD, AKI requiring CRRT/CVVH, post-cardiac arrest care, and respiratory failure.
- Additional Information: The unit is a 32-bed MICU licensed for Neuro Critical Care patients, with staffing generally adequate to support high-quality patient care. Candidates should have a strong ICU background and advanced clinical skills; recent new graduates or those with only 1 year of experience may not be the best fit for this highly specialized environment.
- Location: 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01199
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 #1284402. 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: 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
