Travel RN Cardiothoracic Surgery Intermediate Care

Company: American Traveler
Location: Boston
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Intermediate Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, rotating - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care position on a Cardiothoracic Surgery unit, requiring MA licensure, ACLS, and Epic experience. Details - Located in a 550-bed hospital facility - Unit: Cardiothoracic Surgery Intermediate Care (KM7) — a 32-bed post-operative unit - Cares for patients following cardiac surgery (CABGs, valve replacements and repairs, complex aortic procedures) as well as thoracic surgery and cardiology patients - Patients are typically transferred from the ICU on post-operative day one and prepared for discharge as early as post-operative day four - Nurse-to-patient ratio: 3:1–4:1 on days (7a–7:30p) and 4:1–5:1 on nights (7p–7:30a) - CNA/PCT support: 4 PCTs on 7a–11p and 2 PCTs on 11p–7a - Unit clerk coverage: 2 unit clerks on 7a–11p; no unit clerk on overnight shift - Dedicated lead resource nurse available 24/7 - 12-hour rotating shifts covering both days and nights (50% day/50% night): 7a–7:30p and 7p–7:30a - Every other weekend required - Uses Epic EMR Requirements - Active MA RN license currently in hand - Current BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications required - Minimum 2 years of RN experience required - Epic EMR experience required - Cardiothoracic or intermediate care experience strongly applicable to this role Additional Information - Provide comprehensive post-operative nursing care to cardiothoracic and thoracic surgery patients, supporting recovery from ICU transfer through discharge planning - 1 major and 1 minor holiday coverage required - COVID vaccine and booster required; flu vaccine required during flu season (medical exemptions permitted) - Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not considered for this position - All previous employees of any Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) facility (travel, permanent, or per diem) must have a minimum 6-month break before being considered American Traveler Job ID P-684651. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care 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.

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