TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in New Haven, Connecticut, 06510!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Intensive Care Unit
Duration: 10 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years in ICU
License: Active Nursing License
Certifications: ACLS, BLS
Must-Have:
Experience in high acuity medical intensive care settings.
Ability to float to PCU and other ICUs as needed.
Description:
This position is specifically for winter coverage for a 10-week contract.
Candidates must start by 12/18/2026.
No holiday requests for time off will be accepted.
No more than 5 days of requested time off allowed during the contract.
The average patient ratio is 1:3 for days, nights, and weekends.
Candidates will be required to float to a progressive care unit, other ICUs, and as needed.
Candidates must be available for weekend coverage.
Completion of ACLS and BLS certifications is required.
Candidates should have experience in care of ventilated patients, interpretation of arterial blood gases, and management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction or failure.
This unit typically has a mix of high acuity patients, including those with acute respiratory failure, sepsis, and post-cardiac arrest conditions.
Patient ratios on the floor are generally 1:1 or 2:1 unless extenuating circumstances arise.
Staffing includes one or two charge nurses and several patient care assistants for support.
Travel experience is welcomed but not mandatory for first-time travelers.
Candidates must apply for a state nursing license prior to submission, allowing time for issuance.
Local candidates are not accepted.
Only those candidates who have been away for a minimum of 2 years may return as travelers.
References will be required upon submission.