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Travel Respiratory Step-Down RN - $2,234 per week

American Traveler

  • New Britain, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,234 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Stepdown for a travel nursing job in New Britain, Connecticut. American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Respiratory Step-Down Unit in a long term acute care setting, requiring 1-2 years of experience and a CT or compact RN license.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNew Britain, CT

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Stepdown for a travel nursing job in New Britain, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Respiratory Step-Down Unit in a long term acute care setting, requiring 1-2 years of experience and a CT or compact RN license.

Details

  • Long term acute care hospital setting on the Respiratory Step-Down Unit
  • 38-bed unit caring for respiratory-focused, vent-dependent patients
  • Staffing ratios of 1:9 for day/evening shifts and 1:12 for nights
  • 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, 36 hours per week
  • Every other weekend required
  • May float to like units including Respiratory Care Unit, MRU/CMU, TRU, and Hartford Satellite Campus
  • Travelers are prioritized for floating assignments
  • Float RNs will not be assigned to Pediatrics unless pedi-specific experience is held

Requirements

  • Active RN license (CT or Compact) required
  • 1-2 years of nursing experience required
  • Prior travel nursing experience required
  • Experience with respiratory/vented patients strongly preferred
  • Skilled in IV starts, drips, blood administration, EKGs, and medication titrations
  • Experience with glucose monitoring, wound vac changes, and complex and simple wound dressings
  • Competent in trach care, suctioning, straight cath, and foley care
  • Experience with port access, central line dressing, and wound measurements

Additional Information

  • RNs do not manage ventilators, as this is handled by respiratory therapists
  • Local candidates are accepted at a reduced rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-750447. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Long Term Care

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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