Travel Long Term Acute Care Respiratory Care Unit RN
Listed on 2026-08-28
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Nursing
RN Nurse, ICU Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Acute Care Med Surg for a travel nursing job in New Britain, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Long Term Acute Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
09/21/2026 - 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 21, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Long Term Acute Care Respiratory Care Unit position requiring 1-2 years of experience and a CT or compact RN license.
Details- Long term acute care hospital setting in the Respiratory Care Unit (RCU)
- 36-bed unit caring for respiratory-focused, vent-dependent patients in a medical (non-traditional Med/Surg) environment
- Patient ratios are 1:9 for day/evening shifts and 1:12 for night shifts
- 12-hour night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- Float required to similar chronic care units including RCU2 (Respiratory Step-Down Unit, 38 beds, 1:9 day/evening and 1:12 night ratios) and TRU (TBI and medically complex chronic care, 1:7-10 day/evening and 1:12 night ratios)
- May split a 12-hour shift between two units, such as 4 hours on one unit and 8 hours on another
- Travelers are prioritized for floating assignments
- Active CT or compact RN license required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification preferred
- 1-2 years of RN experience required
- Prior travel experience preferred
- Experience with respiratory or ventilated patients strongly preferred
- Skilled in IV starts, IV drips, blood administration, EKGs, medication titration, and glucose monitoring
- Experience with wound vac changes and both complex and simple wound dressings
- Competent in trach care, suctioning, straight catheterization, and foley care
- Experience with port access, central line dressing, and wound measurements
- Nurses are responsible for a wide range of clinical duties but do not manage ventilators, as respiratory therapists handle vent management
- Care is provided to a medically complex patient population including TBI and chronic care cases
- Local candidates are welcome to apply
- Local and radius pay rates are available within a 50-mile radius
American Traveler Job #P-749380. 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
- Long Term Care
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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