OR RN in Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bridgeport, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,618/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 10, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $72.72
- Weekly
- $2,618
- Yearly (full-time)
- $136,136
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $72.72/hour — 47% 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, 82 of them in Bridgeport.
- 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 reputable short-term acute care hospital in Bridgeport as an Operating Room Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract. This role offers the exciting chance to work in a Level II Trauma Center with 426 beds, where you can be part of critical surgical teams during evening shifts. You’ll be responsible for supporting surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety in the OR, and collaborating with a skilled healthcare team. The role requires trauma experience and a Connecticut license prior to start, making it a perfect fit for seasoned OR nurses looking for a meaningful assignment with a reputable health system. Picture yourself working in a vibrant hospital environment with the camaraderie of Yale New Haven Health System — a place where your expertise truly makes a difference.
Weather:
Weather around this time tends to be pleasantly mild, with crisp air and the changing leaves creating a scenic backdrop. It's an ideal season for outdoor wandering and enjoying the fresh Connecticut air after a busy shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic walking tour of Stratford
- Day trip to Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium
- Visit the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport
- Explore the scenic beaches of Goodwin State Forest
- Hiking and leaf-peeping in the Appalachian Trail nearby
Job Specifics:
Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut
Shift: Evenings, 8 hours (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40 hours, including holiday and weekend rotation, with on-call requirements
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