Travel Med Surg​/Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/04/2026
• 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:
  
  Dec 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 10-week winter contract at a Level I Trauma Center requiring 2 years of telemetry experience and a compact or CT RN license.

• Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a short-term acute care, Level I Trauma Center with over 1,500 staffed beds
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Patient ratios average 1:5 days, 1:6 nights, and 1:5 weekends
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic for charting

• Active CT or compact RN license required prior to start date (pending license accepted if active before start)
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required (1.5 years accepted if from a Level I trauma center or large hospital)
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Skilled in isolation precautions/PPE, non-invasive airway management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• One professional reference required for consideration

• This is a 10-week contract specifically for winter coverage, with a required start by 12/18/2026
• Local radius restrictions are waived for this 10-week assignment
• No holiday RTO permitted, and no more than 5 days of RTO allowed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Previous perm staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Flu vaccine is required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with exemptions allowed only for religious or medical reasons
• Travelers may be expected to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities
• Facility is a large academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center affiliated with Yale

American Traveler Job  #P-781266. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.