ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,995/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.42
- Weekly
- $1,995
- Yearly (full-time)
- $103,740
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.42/hour — 12% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut ($49.39/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut right now
- 481 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 282 of them in New Haven.
- Pay in these listings: $40.77 – $95.00/hour, median $62.10/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Connecticut: $49.39/hour ($102,731/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($95.00/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel contract as a CCU/SICU Registered Nurse in New Haven, Connecticut. Working three 12-hour night shifts, you will care for critically ill patients while managing airways, titrating IV drips, and supporting patients with multisystem organ dysfunction or failure. This assignment also includes floating to the step-down unit within your scope as needed, offering experience across two levels of critical care. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, and first-time travelers are welcome. Night owls with ICU experience will find a focused assignment with guaranteed hours and no on-call requirement.
Weather:
Expect crisp, comfortable days, cooler evenings, colorful foliage, and occasional rain. Layers and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
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Downtown Exploration: Discover New Haven’s historic streets, local restaurants, and cultural attractions.
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Coastal Outing: Enjoy a relaxed day along the Connecticut shoreline with waterfront views and fresh seafood.
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Arts and Culture: Spend an afternoon visiting museums, galleries, and live performance venues in the city.
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Shoreline Day Trip: Take a day trip to nearby coastal communities for walking, sightseeing, and waterfront dining.
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Scenic Day Trip: Explore nearby historic towns, parks, and New England landscapes during a longer day away.
Job Specifics:
City and State: New Haven, Connecticut
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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