
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,720/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $75.56
- Weekly
- $2,720
- Yearly (full-time)
- $141,440
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $75.56/hour — 53% 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
- 543 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 291 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 compelling opportunity in New Haven, CT, as a highly skilled ICU RN in a mixed acuity unit that combines intensive care with step-down responsibilities. This 13-week contract involves 12-hour daytime shifts, giving you a chance to experience a fast-paced but rewarding environment where every day brings new challenges. You'll be working in a well-respected short-term acute care facility that features over 1,500 beds and is designated as a Level I Trauma Center. Your expertise will be essential in providing top-quality care to critically ill patients, with the flexibility to be floated to other adult ICU units across different campuses. This role requires at least 2 years of ICU experience and familiarity with Epic charting. The schedule is intensive but rewarding, with guaranteed hours and the opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant hospital setting. Whether you're on the front lines or supporting the ICU team, this assignment offers a chance to hone your skills in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in New Haven typically features mild, comfortable conditions with clear skies and moderate temperatures, making outdoor activities enjoyable and easy to plan.
Fun Things To Do:
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Job Specifics:
Location: New Haven, CT
Shift: 12-hour days (07:00 - 19:00)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 48
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