ER RN
New Haven, CT
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,444/weekOverview
- Start Date12/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care1,522 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 4, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an Emergency Department night shift position requiring Level I Trauma Center experience and CT or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Level I Trauma Center, Short Term Acute Care facility with 1,567 staffed beds
- General Emergency Department treating combined adult/pediatric patients
- Average patient ratio of 1:6 for both day and night shifts
- Night shift, 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Cross training and floating between campuses required within scope
- Assigned to one campus with possibility of rotating to other campuses
- Travelers do not staff trauma/rescue rooms, triage, or locked behavioral health units
- Uses Epic for charting
Requirements
- Active CT or compact RN license required
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, TNCC
- Preferred certifications: CPI, ENPC, NIHSS, PALS
- Minimum 2 years of ED experience required, though 1.5 years from a Level I trauma hospital may be considered
- Community hospital experience required
- Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG interpretation
- Experience managing psychiatric and behavioral health patients
- Experience with IV therapy including arterial lines, central lines, and vasopressors
- 1 professional reference required
Additional Information
- Provide emergency nursing care across a broad range of conditions including trauma, cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and psychiatric cases
- Participate in care involving intubation, ventilator management, and procedural sedation
- Support stroke and STEMI certified protocols
- Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
- COVID vaccine and booster required with religious or medical exemption only
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Pending license candidates accepted
- RTO requests greater than 7 days require facility approval
- Local candidates not accepted within a 75-mile radius of the facility
- Previous staff must have been separated for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
Facility
Yale-New Haven Hospital
5 nurses recommend working with Yale-New Haven Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 1,522 beds
Employer
American Traveler
87 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Nicole was absolutely fantastic to work with. I had a really rough time with another agency position and Nicole has been so reassuring and supportive every step of the way. Nicole has frequent contact with me and was able to get me a contract in under a week. She is absolutely amazing. I can’t say enough great things about her.
Cons
NONE!
Recommends working with American Traveler
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.
About New Haven, CT
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in New Haven, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in New Haven is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may be competitive but should be considered in relation to the cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 39°F, and average lows are around 24°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in New Haven, but availability may vary depending on the season and demand.
- New Haven is relatively car-friendly, but it also has a well-established public transportation system, including buses and a commuter rail line connecting to other major cities.
- New Haven is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include asthma and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a significant population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- New Haven offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, and it is known for its arts and music culture.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, including parks and recreational facilities.
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