Telemetry RN
Bridgeport, CT
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,309/weekOverview
- Start Date11/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens367 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a short-term acute care hospital, requiring CT/compact RN license and 2 years of telemetry experience.
Details
- Work in the Telemetry unit of a short-term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds
- Level II Trauma Center
- Post-op patient population including CABG, TAVR, general surgery, bariatric, and thoracic cases
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- Day shift schedule (3x12 hours, 0700-1930)
- Every other weekend required plus holiday rotation per department needs
- Floating required, including to the Milford Campus as needed
- Charting performed in Epic
Requirements
- Active RN license (CT or compact) required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience required
- Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
- Experience with central line, peripheral line, and PICC line care/management
- Experience with chest tube management (Emerson/PleurEvac) and tracheostomy care
- Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration)
- Wound care/wound vac experience
- Experience with pre/post cardiac surgery and TAVR patients
- 1 professional reference required
Additional Information
- Provide telemetry monitoring and post-surgical nursing care across multiple specialty populations
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Part of the Yale New Haven Health System with free parking available
- Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
- COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious/medical exemptions only
- Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved
- Local candidates not accepted; must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the hospital
- Former permanent staff must have been separated for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Facility
Bridgeport Hospital
3 nurses recommend working with Bridgeport Hospital
Pros
Traveler friendly, easy parking
Cons
Cost of living, inexperienced management and high turn over rates, not a safe facility for nurse/tech license
- Childrens
- 367 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Bridgeport, CT
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Bridgeport, CT here's what you should know:- Bridgeport's cost of living is higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to 22°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available, but they may require some searching and planning.
- Bridgeport is car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses and trains are also available for getting around the city and nearby areas.
- Bridgeport has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Bridgeport offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, beaches, and hiking trails in the area.
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