Med Surg Tele RN
Waterbury, CT
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,622/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse
Location
- Waterbury, Connecticut
Job type
- Travel/Contract
Specialty
- Med/Surg float pool
Schedule
- Night shift: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- 12-hour shifts
- 36 or 48 hours per week available
- Every other weekend coverage
Required qualifications
- Valid RN license in Connecticut
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Med Surg / Telemetry (1 year of experience)
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI
- Must be able to work with adult and geriatric patients
- Must be able to administer medications and complete the facility’s medication administration competency exam on the first day
Required skills
- Med/Surg
- Blood product administration
- Peripheral line care/management
- PICC line management
- Starting IVs
- Nasal cannula
- Isolation precautions
Additional requirements
- Background check
- State exclusion list screening
- EPLS/GSA/SAM screening
- HHS/OIG screening
- Photo for badge
- 2 professional references within 3 years of start
- Physical exam within 1 year of start
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
- Drug screen within 1 year of start
- COVID vaccination required, with medical or religious exemptions allowed on facility-specific forms
- Flu vaccination documentation required during flu season, with facility exemption allowed
- HealthStream modules must be completed before start
Notes
- Candidates within 75 miles are considered local and must be noted upon submission
- Local candidates are considered at a reduced rate
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Waterbury, CT
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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