ICU RN
Waterbury, CT
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days
$2,976/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week assignment requiring community hospital experience and compact RN licensure.
Details
- Work in the Intensive Care Unit caring for adult patients
- Day shift schedule, 4x12 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Both 36 and 48 hour weekly schedules accepted
- Every other weekend coverage required
- Floating required to Med-Surg/Tele and Tele units within scope of practice
- Uses Accudose medication system and Cerner for documentation
- SBAR communication system utilized
Requirements
- Active CT or compact RN license required
- Minimum 3 years of ICU experience required
- Community hospital experience required
- Current certifications: ACLS and BLS (CPI, NIHSS, and TNCC preferred)
- Cerner charting experience preferred
- Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Experience with Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring
- Central line care and management experience
- Proficient in starting and maintaining IVs
- Experience caring for ventilated patients and ventilator management
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to adult ICU patients including cardiovascular and respiratory cases
- Responsible for titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Adheres to infection prevention and isolation precaution protocols
- Blue scrubs required
- Candidates within 75 miles are considered local
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this unit
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 Waterbury, CT
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Waterbury, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Waterbury, CT is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages typically match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- In the summer, average highs are around 80°F, while in the winter, average lows can drop to around 18°F.
- Be prepared for both warm and cold seasons.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Waterbury, CT, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
- Waterbury is car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains, providing convenient travel within and outside the city.
- Waterbury has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal temperature variations.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Waterbury offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- Art and music enthusiasts can explore local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports lovers can enjoy recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nature trails.
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