PICU RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,386/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.28
- Weekly
- $2,386
- Yearly (full-time)
- $124,072
- Contract length
- 10 weeks
This job pays about $66.28/hour — 34% 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 specialized pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) team for a 10-week contract based in New Haven, CT. This night shift role involves caring for critically ill children in a short-term acute care setting within a Level I trauma center. The role demands a minimum of three years of PICU experience, with fluency in managing cardiac critical care, CRRT, and ECMO certifications preferred. Travelers will float safely across various pediatric units, including the Pediatric ED, NNICU, inpatient departments, and psychiatric care, providing vital support to young patients during their most vulnerable moments. The assignment offers guaranteed hours and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your expertise truly makes a difference.
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Job Specifics:
Location: New Haven, CT
Shift: Night, 12 hours (19:00 - 07:00)
Duration: 10 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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