Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care - $2,198 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in New Britain, Connecticut.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Long Term CareDiscipline: RNStart Date: 05/18/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Nights, 3x12hrsHours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: May 18, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Medical Rehabilitation Unit (MRU) Long Term Acute Care position requiring prior travel experience and experience with respiratory/vented patients.DetailsPosition is based in a Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) hospital setting on the Medical Rehabilitation Unit (MRU/CMU), a medically complex rehabilitation environment — not a traditional Med/Surg unitPrimary patient population includes LVAD, CVA, ABI, SCI, wound care, CAPD, and ventilator-dependent patientsPatient ratios on the MRU: 1:7 (days/evenings), 1:9 (nights)12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AMEvery other weekend is requiredFloating is required to like units based on weekly census need, with respiratory units having the highest demandFloat units include the Respiratory Care Unit/Respiratory Step-Down (ratios 1:9 days/evenings, 1:12 nights), TBI/Medically Complex Chronic Care TRU (ratios 1:7–10 days/evenings, 1:12 nights), and a satellite campus Medical/Rehab/Respiratory unit (ratios 1:5–8, average 6–7)Float RNs will not be assigned to pediatric units unless pedi-specific experience is confirmedRequirementsActive CT or Compact RN license currently in handCurrent BLS certification required; ACLS preferredMinimum 1–2 years of RN experience requiredPrior travel nursing experience requiredExperience with respiratory and/or ventilator-dependent patients strongly preferred (nurses do not manage vents — respiratory therapists handle ventilator management)Ability to perform IV starts, drip management, blood administration, EKGs, medication titration, glucose monitoring, wound vac changes, complex and simple wound dressings, trach care, suctioning, straight catheterization, Foley care, port access, central line dressing changes, and wound measurementsAdditional InformationThis is a 13-week assignmentRNs are responsible for a broad scope of procedures including IV access, drip and medication titration, blood administration, EKGs, glucose monitoring, wound care (including wound vac), trach care, suctioning, catheter care, port access, and central line dressing changesRespiratory therapists manage ventilators; RNs are not responsible for vent managementAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-701562. 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 - Med/Surg - Long Term CareAbout American TravelerWith 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.