Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/30/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring 2 years of ICU experience and a CT or compact RN license.

• Medical ICU setting within a Level I Trauma Center, short term acute care hospital
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:00
• No on-call responsibilities
• Float required to PCU, other ICUs, and other campus locations as needed
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Epic charting system used

• Active CT or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Experience with arterial line management, IV therapy, and blood product administration
• Skilled in care of ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP management, and ETT/NT suctioning
• Experience interpreting ABGs and managing respiratory failure, pulmonary edema, and pulmonary embolism
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with central venous pressure monitoring and titration of vasoactive drips
• Skilled in continuous IV sedation and emergency medication administration
• Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Knowledge of IV insulin protocols
• 1 professional reference required
• Large trauma center experience required for consideration at this facility

• Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity Medical ICU environment
• Participate in infection prevention practices and proper use of isolation precautions/PPE
• Must be prepared to assist with natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be eligible as a traveler
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidates within 75 miles of the facility are considered local
• Up to 7 days of requested time off can be auto-approved

American Traveler Job  #P-765567. 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 - 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.