Travel ICU Float Pool RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a CT or compact RN license and prior ICU experience.

• Surgical Intensive Care Unit setting within a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center
• Night shift, 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to step-down unit as needed within scope
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system
• Cares for patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure requiring airway management and IV drip titration

• Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of recent SICU experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Trauma Level I and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and respiratory/thoracic care
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG acquisition
• Experience with continuous IV sedation and vasoactive drip titration
• One professional reference required

• Provide direct care to critically ill surgical ICU patients including airway and hemodynamic management
• Participate in emergency response activities as needed, including natural disaster support
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with only religious or medical exemptions accepted
• RTO requests up to 7 days can be auto-approved; anything beyond requires additional approval
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Previous staff must have a 2-year gap since separation to return as a travel clinician
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-763392. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Surgical ICU

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.