Travel Pediatrics RN

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

• Specialty:
  Pediatrics
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/04/2026
• Duration:
  10 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 4, 2026
• Length: 10 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatrics RN with at least 2 years of pediatric nursing experience and a CT or compact RN license for a day/night shift assignment.

• Pediatric unit scheduled at the Bridgeport campus with floating to Yale New Haven children's units based on need
• Patient population includes Pediatric Med Surg, Pediatric Neuro, Pediatric Ortho, and Cardiovascular/Telemetry cases
• Average patient ratio of 1:4
• Day shift (3x12, 7:00-19:00) or Night shift (3x12, 19:30-7:30) available
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to other children's units within the health system
• Epic charting system experience required

• Active or pending CT or compact RN license accepted
• BLS certification required; PALS also required
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric nursing experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, including starting and maintaining IVs and blood product administration
• Pediatric dosage calculation skills required
• Experience with anti-seizure and emergency medications
• Experience assisting with lumbar punctures and managing seizure disorders
• Respiratory care skills including oral/nasal suctioning, oxygen delivery systems, and high flow O2
• Experience with feedings (bottle, breast, gavage), NG tube insertion/management, and breastfeeding support
• Experience managing fractures and hyperbilirubinemia
• Infection prevention skills including isolation precautions/PPE and wound assessment/care
• Experience with insertion and management of indwelling urinary catheters
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Large trauma center experience required
• One professional reference required

• Provide direct nursing care across multiple pediatric specialties including neuro, ortho, and cardiovascular/telemetry patients
• Work within a large Level I Trauma Center and academic medical center setting with 1000+ beds
• Travelers are obligated to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with exemptions only for religious or medical reasons
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require additional approval
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must live more than 75 miles from the hospital site
• Former staff must have been separated from the health system for at least 2 years to be eligible as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-781272. 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 - Pediatrics

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.