Travel Long Term Acute Care RN - $2,795 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a Long Term Acute Care RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Connecticut. The role involves providing specialized nursing care with cardiac monitoring in a non-traditional med/surg hospital setting. Days shifts are expected, with every other weekend; 40 hours per week on 8-hour days per the posting.

The position requires an RN license, 1–2 years of experience, and BLS; ACLS preferred. Willingness to float to sister units and obtain flu vaccination is expected.

Qualifications

• RN license required; 1–2 years of experience preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Willingness to float to sister units; flu vaccination per policy.
• Travel LTAC/ICU exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• IV starts, drips, and medications titrations.
• EKGs and glucose monitoring; wound care and dressings.
• Wound VAC changes and trach care; suctioning.
• Port access and central line dressings; Foley care.

Skills

RN license

1-2 years experience

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Travel experience preferred

Education

Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) Registered Nurse (RN) position is available at a healthcare organization. The role involves providing specialized nursing care in a medially complex environment with cardiac monitoring capabilities, primarily for patient populations such as LVAD, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, wounds, and vents. The position requires working days, with every other weekend shifts, in a hospital setting that is not traditional medical/surgical.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: RN license, 1-2 years of experience, prior travel experience preferred, BLS certification (ACLS preferred), willingness to obtain or have a medical declination for flu vaccination, and ability to float to sister units as needed
• Additional Information:
  • Responsible for IV starts, drips, blood administration, EKGs, medication titrations, glucose monitoring, wound vac changes, wound dressings, trach care, suctioning, straight cath, Foley care, port access, central line dressings, and wound measurements
  • Must have experience with respiratory or vented patients if applicable
  • Orientation occurs every Monday, with profiles that are clear and easy to follow ready for review
  • Willingness to work in a medially complex environment with cardiac monitoring capabilities is essential

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1320347. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Long Term Acute Care

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus