Travel Neuro Stepdown PCU RN - $2,384 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/13/2026
• 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: Nov 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown Neuro RN for a night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring compact RN licensure and telemetry experience.

Details

• Stepdown Neuro telemetry unit within a Level I Trauma Center, academic medical center
• Patient ratio averages 1:4-5 for both day and night shifts
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active Compact (CT) RN license required before start date, or 1.5 years experience if coming from a Level I Trauma Center or large hospital
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required in Neuro MS/Tele setting
• Trauma Level I experience required for consideration at this facility
• Skilled in IV therapy, central and peripheral line care, blood product administration, and cardiac monitoring with dysrhythmia management
• Experience with chest tube management, tracheostomy care, wound care/wound vac, and IV insulin protocols preferred
• 1 professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry nursing care to neurological stepdown patients with a focus on monitoring and emergency response
• Participate in rapid response/code team activities as needed
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
• RTO requests of up to 7 days can be auto-approved
• Local candidates not accepted; must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility
• Former perm staff must have been separated for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Travelers may be required to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

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.