Med/Surg Neurology RN
Milwaukee, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Neurology unit position at a Magnet-designated, Level III Trauma Center in Milwaukee, WI, requiring at least 1 year of Med/Surg experience and BLS and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• 24-bed Med/Surg Neurology unit within a 933-bed, Level III Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with Magnet designation in Milwaukee, WI
• Patient population includes neurological cases (craniectomies, strokes, TIAs, seizures, dizziness, syncope, dementia), spinal surgeries (anterior/posterior/lateral fusions, discectomy), and general medical overflow (wounds, chest pain, COVID, sepsis, PNA, COPD, CHF, GIB, cellulitis)
• Day shift RN-to-patient ratios are up to 5 patients (ideally 3–4); night shift ratios are 1:6–8
• Day shift tech ratio is 1:4–5; night shift tech ratio is 1:6–8
• Centralized telemetry monitoring with a tele tech is available; travelers who are not proficient in rhythm interpretation will have a Charge RN co-sign rhythm strips
• No ventilator management required
• Equipment used includes Alaris pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and GE monitors
• Epic EMR preferred
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM, 36 hours per week
• Every-other-weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating is required to MSU, Tele, COVID, MS Overflow, and ED Holding (MST patients at a 1:4 ratio); travelers float first

Requirements

• Active WI or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience, with most recent experience within the last year
• Core skills required: basic Med/Surg nursing, wound care, wound vacs, neuro checks, trach management (T-mist mask), incision care, drain/tube management, BiPAP, HFNC, and post-surgical recovery (especially spinal)
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Preferred skills include chest tube management, lumbar drain management, IV skills, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Unit support includes a charge nurse (with full patient assignment), unit secretary (24/7), hospitalist (24/7), respiratory therapy (24/7), centralized tele monitoring, and phlebotomy for peripheral blood draws
• Orientation consists of a 4-hour new employee orientation followed by an 8-hour preceptored shift on the unit
• 6-week scheduling blocks are provided 1–2 weeks in advance; no self-scheduling
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved; additional days require manager approval
• One holiday worked is required per contract
• A fatigue policy is in place limiting all staff, including travelers, to no more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
• Scrubs of any color are acceptable; camouflage, denim, and hoodies are not permitted
• Pain assessment documentation is required before and after medication administration (1 hour post for oral medications), with pain scores cross-referenced against medication orders
• Free parking is provided, with 24/7 security escort service and winter shuttle service available
• The unit fosters a teamwork-oriented culture with staff ranging in experience from new grads to 5 years