Travel RN Cardiac Stepdown

Company: American Traveler
Location: New Haven
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/13/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel /n Job Description/n American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position requiring cardiac telemetry expertise and a CT or compact RN license. /n /n Responsibilities/n - Work in a short-term acute care hospital on a cardiac stepdown unit - Patient population includes medical/surgical cardiac, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and vascular patients at both floor and stepdown levels - Average nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 for both day and night shifts - Competency in pre- and post-cardiac procedures, cardiac surgery, chest tubes, and pacer wires required - Night shifts, three 12-hour shifts per week from 19:00 to 07:00 - Required to work every other weekend - No on-call requirement - Floating within scope to meet facility needs - Epic EMR is used - Responsible for providing care to cardiac and medical/surgical patients, including those requiring telemetry, chest tubes, and pacer management - First-time travelers are accepted for this position - Must complete required modules prior to start and annually, with RN modules requiring four hours - Facility will auto-approve up to seven days of requested time off; requests for more require approval - Return staff must not have worked at the facility within the last two years to be eligible - Local candidates within 75 miles are not accepted - Adheres to Level I Trauma Center standards in a large academic setting /n /n Requirements/n - Active CT or compact RN license or eligible to obtain one prior to start - Minimum two years of recent cardiac stepdown experience required - Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS - Telemetry training required - Experience in Level I Trauma Center or large facility required - Flu vaccination required with no declinations accepted - COVID-19 vaccination and booster required unless exempt for medical or religious reasons /n Benefits/n - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts /n American Traveler Job ID P-663571. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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