Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Waterbury, CT
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,243/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN opportunity in Waterbury, Connecticut: Join a dynamic Med/Surg Telemetry team and provide high-quality inpatient care in a fast-paced hospital setting. This travel nursing job offers the chance to support medical-surgical, orthopedic, and neurological patients while enjoying a rewarding Connecticut healthcare assignment.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical/Surgical Telemetry
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Setting: Inpatient Med/Surg Ortho/Neuro unit
- Location: Waterbury, CT 06706 – a welcoming Connecticut community that offers a comfortable setting for your next travel assignment.
- Start Date: 7/5/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,770 - $1,870
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active RN license in good standing
- At least 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience required
- Telemetry nursing experience preferred
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts
- Strong clinical assessment, time management, and communication skills
- Experience caring for orthopedic and neurological patients is a plus
- Completion of required onboarding, health, and compliance documentation
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to Med/Surg Telemetry patients
- Monitor patient status, respond to changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately
- Administer medications and treatments per orders and facility protocols
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Support post-operative, orthopedic, and neurological patient recovery
- Promote patient education, comfort, and overall quality of care throughout the shift
Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now for this Med/Surg Telemetry RN job in Waterbury, CT and join a healthcare team committed to exceptional patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Waterbury, CT
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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