Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Facility Type: Short-term acute care, Level I trauma center, 1,567 total staffed beds
Assignment: Winter coverage, 10-week contract, guaranteed hours
Start Date: Must start by 12/18/2026
Shift: Night, 3x12 hours (19:00 to 07:30), 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Ratios: Average 1:6 days and 1:6 nights
Schedule: Weekends every other week; no holiday RTO; no more than 5 days RTO
Scheduling Flexibility: Open to a block schedule; local radius restrictions waived for this 10-week assignment
On-Call: Not required
Float and Rotation: Assigned to one campus, with possible rotation to other campuses and ED observation. Will cross-train and float within scope to meet facility needs.
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in Connecticut
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Emergency Department (ED) experience of 2 years, with ED experience within the last year
Level 1 trauma experience, including experience working with Level 1 trauma patients
One completed travel assignment
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification, required for all RNs; must include at least 2 CE hours from an acceptable provider
Restrictions and Exclusions
Does not accept first-time travelers
Travelers do not receive trauma/rescue room assignments
Travelers do not receive triage assignments
Travelers do not receive locked behavioral health unit assignments
Facility Modules and Attestations
Required for RNs: language services, CAUTI education, CLABSI prevention, preventing pressure injury, patient transport with oxygen, medication dispensing system, Baxter pump interoperability, patient bedside rounding, VAD awareness, 21st Century Cures Act, fire safety (as of 5/4/2026), suicide risk and environmental assessment, chaperone policy, and stroke education
ED handbook (ED/ER RNs only)
eCart training module
Blood administration module, updated annually
New employee orientation module, provided by end of day on start date
Weekend Call-Out Policy
If a missed weekend shift occurs, the shift is rescheduled as a make-up on another weekend shift within the next 6-week scheduling period, or sooner if the contract ends first.
Contact the traveler manager immediately after the missed shift to request a specific make-up day.
Make-up shifts replace a scheduled weekday shift in the same week to avoid overtime, unless the manager approves overtime.
If a make-up shift is missed, it is rescheduled to the next weekend, with a coaching final warning for time and attendance.
Employer
Access Healthcare
4.4rating(22 reviews)
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
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Jonathan Ward E
Pathologists' Assistant (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
The cost of living in New Haven is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may be competitive but should be considered in relation to the cost of living.
Weather
In the summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 39°F, and average lows are around 24°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in New Haven, but availability may vary depending on the season and demand.
Transportation
New Haven is relatively car-friendly, but it also has a well-established public transportation system, including buses and a commuter rail line connecting to other major cities.
Demographics
New Haven is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
Common health issues may include asthma and cardiovascular diseases.
There is a significant population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
Things to Do
New Haven offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, and it is known for its arts and music culture.
There are also opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, including parks and recreational facilities.
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