OR RN in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,727/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $75.75
- Weekly
- $2,727
- Yearly (full-time)
- $141,804
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $75.75/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 respected Level I Trauma Center in New Haven for a 13-week Operating Room RN contract that offers a mix of day, evening, and night shifts on a rotating schedule. This role is perfect for experienced OR nurses with at least 2 years of experience, including circulating and scrub skills, especially in trauma cases, craniotomies, vascular, and endovascular procedures. Robotics and ortho experience are strongly preferred, and independence in managing all trauma cases is essential. Expect a fast-paced environment where every shift brings new challenges and opportunities to hone your skills in one of the top short-term acute care facilities in the region.
Weather:
The weather around this time typically features mild temperatures, with a comfortable blend of sunny days and cooler evenings, making it ideal for outdoor activities or relaxing after a shift.
Fun Things To Do:
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- Explore the Thimble Islands: Take a boat trip to these picturesque islands for a day of exploration and sightseeing.
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Job Specifics:
Location: New Haven, CT
Shift: 10-hour days, rotating schedule including days, evenings, and nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 40
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