Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,358 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring 2 years of experience and CT compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the MS/Tele unit of a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center
• Med/Surg and Telemetry patient population including orthopedic cases
• Average patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within scope to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic charting system
• Royal blue scrubs required

Requirements

• Active RN license (CT or Compact) required prior to start date
• Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skills in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tubes, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Skills in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and telemetry monitoring
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience managing renal failure, CBI, and pre/post hemodialysis care
• Experience with CVA, substance withdrawal, and traumatic brain injury care
• Experience administering Heparin, Insulin, and PCA medications
• 1 professional reference required
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required (religious/medical exemptions only)

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive Med/Surg and Telemetry nursing care in a large academic Level I Trauma Center setting
• Participate in bowel obstruction, colostomy/ileostomy, and feeding tube management as needed
• Support rapid response and code team activations
• Manage IV insulin protocols and endocrine/metabolic patient needs
• Must not reside within 75 miles of the hospital to be eligible for travel rate
• Travelers must be gone at least 2 years to return as a traveler if previously employed on staff
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require additional approval
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travelers may be required to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities

American Traveler Job ID #P-739509. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.