ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,830/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.96
- Weekly
- $2,830
- Yearly (full-time)
- $147,160
- Contract length
- 10 weeks
This job pays about $58.96/hour — 19% 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, 48 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 Yale New Haven Hospital for a 10-week ICU RN contract during the winter season. This role offers a unique opportunity to float between two renowned campuses—Yale's historic York Street Campus and the Saint Raphael Campus—both sharing a convenient parking lot and shuttle service. You'll be working 12-hour night shifts, providing critical care across five ICU specialties and step-down units, including pulmonary stepdown. The position demands a minimum of two years of ICU experience and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIH. Get ready for a rewarding experience in a vibrant, short-term acute care setting where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes in a busy Level I Trauma Center.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally cool with a crisp, refreshing atmosphere. Expect mild to chilly temperatures that are perfect for enjoying some of the city's outdoor attractions or new adventures indoors.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historical walking tour of downtown New Haven
- Visit the Yale University Art Gallery
- Day trip to Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium
- Explore the beaches of Hammonasset State Park
- Hiking or cycling along the East Rock Park trails
Job Specifics:
Location: New Haven, CT
Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 – 07:00)
Duration: 10 weeks (including guaranteed hours, 48 hours/week)
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