Stepdown 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
- 960 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 629 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
Take your night-shift expertise to New Haven as a travel Registered Nurse supporting step-down and surgical intensive care patients. In this 13-week contract, you will work three 12-hour night shifts each week, managing complex cases that may involve airway management, IV drips, and multisystem organ dysfunction or failure. You will also float within your scope between ICU and step-down assignments as needed. First-time travelers are welcome, and guaranteed hours provide added consistency throughout the assignment.
Weather
New Haven typically offers crisp, comfortable conditions with a mix of sunshine, cool breezes, and occasional rain. It is a pleasant time for exploring the city, enjoying the coastline, and taking scenic trips throughout Connecticut and the surrounding region.
Fun Things To Do
• Waterfront outing: Walk along the Long Island Sound at East Rock Park or Lighthouse Point Park.
• Arts and history: Explore the Yale University campus, museums, and galleries in downtown New Haven.
• Day trip to Mystic: Visit Mystic Seaport, stroll through the village, and enjoy waterfront dining.
• Day trip to Hartford: Tour the Connecticut State Capitol, museums, and riverfront attractions.
• Food and culture: Sample New Haven’s famous pizza scene and browse local shops around Wooster Square.
Job Specifics
City and State: New Haven, Connecticut
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., three shifts per week
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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