NICU RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,302/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.94
- Weekly
- $2,302
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,704
This job pays about $63.94/hour — 29% 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
- 503 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 297 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
Job Description:
Join a neonatal intensive care team in New Haven as a Registered Nurse caring for critically ill and premature newborns. This 13-week travel assignment offers 12-hour rotating shifts organized in six-week scheduling blocks, with schedules generally kept consistent between days and nights during each week. You will care for up to four neonates, support families during complex hospital stays, and use your experience with IVs, central lines, OG/NG feeds, and phlebotomy. Every other weekend is required, and travelers should be prepared to complete a neonatal medication competency assessment during orientation.
Weather:
New Haven typically has cool, crisp weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, chilly evenings, and occasional rain. Pack layers and a reliable jacket for exploring the shoreline and nearby towns.
Fun Things To Do:
• Arts and Culture: Visit the Yale University Art Gallery and explore the surrounding downtown galleries.
• Waterfront Walk: Stroll along Long Wharf and enjoy views of New Haven Harbor.
• Day Trip: Spend the day in Mystic visiting the seaport, aquarium, and historic village.
• Day Trip: Explore the coastal town of Madison, including its beaches, shops, and scenic trails.
• Outdoor Escape: Hike the trails and enjoy the views at East Rock Park.
Job Specifics:
City and State: New Haven, Connecticut
Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts, typically 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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