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Pediatric Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in New Haven, CT

Join a specialized pediatric telemetry team in New Haven, Connecticut, as a travel Registered Nurse (RN) caring for infants, children, and adolescents with complex neurological and medical conditions. This 13-week, on-site pediatric nursing opportunity offers consistent night shifts, a supportive multidisciplinary environment, and experience in a Level I trauma and short-term acute care setting. New Haven features historic character, arts, diverse dining, and easy access to the Connecticut shoreline.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
• Assignment Dates: November 13, 2026–February 12, 2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut
• Nursing Specialty: Pediatric Telemetry
• Unit: Pediatric Neurosciences and Medical Specialty
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Shifts per Week: 3
• Schedule: Every other weekend required; no on-call requirement
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4
• Charting: Epic
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Floating: To pediatric units within scope as needed
• Travel Eligibility: Candidates residing within 75 miles of the assignment location are not eligible

Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent pediatric nursing experience, preferably in pediatric telemetry or pediatric neurosciences
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut by the start date; pending licensure may be considered if the license will be active before the assignment begins
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Experience caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents
• Proficiency with Epic or a comparable electronic health record preferred
• Experience in a Level I trauma or short-term acute care setting preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Pediatric nursing experience is required
• Flu vaccination required

Pediatric Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients with epilepsy, seizures, neurosurgical, neurological, and gastrointestinal diagnoses
• Monitor patients on the unit telemetry system and recognize changes in clinical condition
• Participate in pediatric early warning assessments and rapid response interventions
• Manage central lines, implanted ports, PICC lines, gastric tubes, chest tubes, IVs, and TPN/lipids
• Administer medications, insulin, blood products, and vaccines according to established protocols
• Provide suctioning, infection prevention, isolation precautions, wound care, and other age-appropriate nursing interventions
• Support patients undergoing lumbar punctures and EEG monitoring
• Complete accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams
• Float to other pediatric areas within demonstrated competency to support patient-care needs

Apply now for this pediatric travel nursing opportunity in New Haven, Connecticut, and join a collaborative pediatric healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.