Travel CTICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  CTICU
  - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/13/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiothoracic ICU position requiring 3+ years of cardiac ICU experience and a CT or compact RN license.

• Works in a high-acuity Cardiothoracic ICU within a Level I Trauma Center, academic medical center setting
• Patient ratios average 1:2 on both day and night shifts
• Night shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Will float to other Heart and Vascular Center (HVC) ICUs as needed
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active CT or compact RN license required (pending license accepted)
• Minimum 3 years of Cardiac ICU experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; CCRN preferred
• Proficiency with Swan-Ganz (pulmonary artery line) monitoring required
• Experience with ventilator management, arterial line management, central line care, and chest tube assistance
• Skilled in cardiac drip titration, vasoactive drip management, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• Experience caring for post cardiac surgery, CABG, TAVR, and valve repair/replacement patients
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Large trauma center experience required for consideration
• Epic charting experience required
• One professional reference required
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only

• Provide high-acuity cardiac ICU nursing care including post-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization/intervention patients
• Manage complex cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and neurological patient needs
• First-time travelers accepted with Cardiothoracic ICU and/or critical care experience
• Travelers are expected to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the hospital to be considered for the travel rate
• Returning staff must have been gone from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require additional approval

American Traveler Job  #P-781234. 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
- Cardiothoracic 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.