Peds RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,048/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.89
- Weekly
- $2,048
- Yearly (full-time)
- $106,496
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.89/hour — 15% 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
- 954 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 637 of them in New Haven.
- Pay in these listings: $40.77 – $95.00/hour, median $61.53/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 pediatric step-down team in New Haven for a 13-week travel assignment caring for children who need close monitoring and specialized nursing support. You will work three 12-hour night shifts each week, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with an average assignment ratio of 1:4. Responsibilities include assessing pediatric patients, administering medications and treatments, monitoring changes in condition, collaborating with the care team, and supporting families throughout the hospital stay. The role includes every-other-weekend coverage, in-scope floating as needed, and potential block scheduling. Nurses with at least two years of experience and an active BLS certification are required; first-time travelers are considered, though prior travel experience is preferred.
Weather:
Expect crisp air, cool days, chilly evenings, and plenty of colorful foliage around New Haven. Comfortable layers and a jacket are useful for exploring the city, while occasional rain showers may add a little variety to the forecast.
Fun Things To Do:
• Arts and Culture: Explore the Yale University Art Gallery and nearby campus architecture.
• Local Flavor: Enjoy New Haven’s renowned pizza scene and browse the shops around downtown and Wooster Square.
• Coastal Escape: Spend a relaxing day along the Connecticut shoreline at nearby beaches and waterfront parks.
• Day Trip to Mystic: Visit the Mystic Seaport Museum, explore the village, and enjoy the waterfront.
• Day Trip to Hartford: Discover museums, historic sites, restaurants, and riverfront attractions in Connecticut’s capital.
Job Specifics:
City and State: New Haven, Connecticut
Shift: 12-hour nights, three shifts per week, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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