Pediatric Telemetry RN
New Haven, CT
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
3x12 hrs

Join a specialized pediatric telemetry team in New Haven, Connecticut, as a travel Registered Nurse (RN) caring for infants, children, and adolescents with complex neurological and medical conditions. This 13-week, on-site pediatric nursing opportunity offers consistent night shifts, a supportive multidisciplinary environment, and experience in a Level I trauma and short-term acute care setting. New Haven features historic character, arts, diverse dining, and easy access to the Connecticut shoreline.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
• Assignment Dates: November 13, 2026–February 12, 2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut
• Nursing Specialty: Pediatric Telemetry
• Unit: Pediatric Neurosciences and Medical Specialty
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Shifts per Week: 3
• Schedule: Every other weekend required; no on-call requirement
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4
• Charting: Epic
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Floating: To pediatric units within scope as needed
• Travel Eligibility: Candidates residing within 75 miles of the assignment location are not eligible

Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent pediatric nursing experience, preferably in pediatric telemetry or pediatric neurosciences
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut by the start date; pending licensure may be considered if the license will be active before the assignment begins
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Experience caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents
• Proficiency with Epic or a comparable electronic health record preferred
• Experience in a Level I trauma or short-term acute care setting preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Pediatric nursing experience is required
• Flu vaccination required

Pediatric Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients with epilepsy, seizures, neurosurgical, neurological, and gastrointestinal diagnoses
• Monitor patients on the unit telemetry system and recognize changes in clinical condition
• Participate in pediatric early warning assessments and rapid response interventions
• Manage central lines, implanted ports, PICC lines, gastric tubes, chest tubes, IVs, and TPN/lipids
• Administer medications, insulin, blood products, and vaccines according to established protocols
• Provide suctioning, infection prevention, isolation precautions, wound care, and other age-appropriate nursing interventions
• Support patients undergoing lumbar punctures and EEG monitoring
• Complete accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams
• Float to other pediatric areas within demonstrated competency to support patient-care needs

Apply now for this pediatric travel nursing opportunity in New Haven, Connecticut, and join a collaborative pediatric healthcare team.

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