Travel ER RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring Level I Trauma experience and a CT or compact RN license.

• Level I Trauma Center emergency department setting with general adult/pediatric patient population
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00-19:00)
• Average patient ratio of 1:6 for both days and nights
• Will cross train and float to other campuses and ED observation as needed within scope
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR used, experience preferred
• Assigned to one campus with possibility of rotating to other campuses and ED observation
• Travelers do not staff trauma/rescue rooms, triage, or locked behavioral health units

• Active CT or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, TNCC certifications required
• NIHSS, PALS, ENPC, and CPI certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, 1.5 years considered from a Level I trauma or similar large hospital
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Level II Trauma experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Experience with patient ratios of 1:5-6 required
• Skills required include IV therapy, central line care, blood product administration, EKG interpretation, dysrhythmia management, and psychiatric patient care
• Experience managing ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, and chest tube management preferred
• Familiarity with splint application and ortho trauma care required
• One professional reference required
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with medical or religious exemption only

• Provide emergency nursing care in a high-acuity, Level I Trauma Center setting
• Work within a large academic medical center environment with over 1,000 staffed beds
• Participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require manager approval
• Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Local candidates not accepted; candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Pending license candidates accepted, with CT license processing time of 15-21 business days
• Open to accommodating block scheduling requests
• Weekend call-out policy requires make-up shifts to be rescheduled within the following 6-week period

American Traveler Job  #P-767919. 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
- Emergency Dept

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.