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:
  
  11/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a float pool position requiring 2+ years ICU experience and CT/compact RN licensure to work across multiple ICU specialties.

• Float pool position covering 5 ICU specialties across two hospital campuses connected by shared parking and shuttle service
• Must float to step down units as needed, including pulmonary step down with 1:3 patient ratios
• Day shift schedule working 4x12 hour shifts from 7:00 to 19:00
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system
• Level I Trauma Center and Short Term Acute Care facility with over 1,500 staffed beds

• Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• TNCC certification preferred
• Skills required include IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, ventilator patient care, continuous IV sedation, and cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with EVD and Pulmonary Artery/Swan Ganz monitoring preferred
• 1 professional reference required for consideration
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with exemptions only for religious or medical reasons

• Provide direct patient care across multiple ICU specialties and step down units as needed
• Participate in required natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Complete 2 hours of pre-start and annual non-billable training modules
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted for this position
• Previous staff must have a 2-year gap in employment before returning as a traveler
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require additional facility approval

American Traveler Job  #P-763844. 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 - 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.