ER RN
Bridgeport, CT
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days
$3,196/weekOverview
- Start Date11/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration10 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens367 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 13, 2026
- Length: 10 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an ER RN for a short-term 10-week winter coverage assignment at a Level II Trauma Center requiring 2+ years of ER experience and travel experience.
Details
- Level II Trauma Center emergency department setting at a short-term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds
- 10-week contract specifically for winter coverage
- Evening shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 11:00-23:30
- Required to work every other weekend
- Patient ratio of 1:4
- Epic EMR charting system used
- Part of a larger health system with free parking available
Requirements
- Active or in-process CT RN license (Compact accepted) required
- Minimum 2 years of ER RN experience required (hard stop requirement)
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC
- Epic EMR experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, arterial line management, respiratory care, BiPAP/CPAP management, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, isolation precautions/PPE, triage, and IV vasopressor administration
- 1 professional reference required
- Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
- COVID vaccine and booster required except for religious or medical exemption
Additional Information
- Provide emergency department nursing care in a Level II Trauma Center environment
- Radius restrictions waived for this 10-week assignment, so local candidates may be considered
- Must start by 12/18/2026 to meet assignment timeline
- No holiday RTO permitted
- Maximum of 5 days RTO allowed for this assignment
- Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
- Travelers may be expected to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities
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 Emergency Department 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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