Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN
Wausau, WI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,369/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start Date11/30/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,369/week

Description

Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) – Night Shift in Wausau, Wisconsin

Join a collaborative inpatient nursing team as a Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) on a 13-week night assignment in Wausau, Wisconsin. This travel nursing job supports adult medical-surgical patients in a Medical and Pediatrics unit; travel nurses on this assignment will not be responsible for pediatric patients. Wausau offers a welcoming community, scenic Northwoods surroundings, and convenient access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and cultural attractions.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110–$2,220
  • Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 30, 2026
  • End Date: February 27, 2027
  • Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
  • Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week, excluding applicable orientation and unit closure considerations
  • Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Every other weekend and every other holiday
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:4–5 on days and 1:6–7 on nights

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse experience
  • Active Wisconsin Registered Nurse license
  • Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Associate degree or nursing certificate required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
  • Recent EPIC charting experience
  • Level II trauma experience highly preferred
  • Ability to float to inpatient units as needed
  • Strong adaptability, organization, communication, and independent clinical judgment

Travel Nurse Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients
  • Assess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate outcomes
  • Manage patients with respiratory illnesses, stroke and other neurological conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, renal failure, sepsis, wound care needs, infectious diseases, and acute alcohol withdrawal
  • Administer medications and treatments, monitor patient responses, and promptly communicate changes in condition
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation in EPIC
  • Collaborate with providers, ancillary departments, patients, and families to support positive outcomes
  • Float across inpatient units and respond positively to changing patient-care needs
  • Participate in the assigned weekend and holiday rotation

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse travel assignment and join a dedicated healthcare team in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #526339. 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: Med/Surg

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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About Wausau, WI

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Wausau, WI here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Wausau's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Wausau experiences cold winters with average lows around 8°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Wausau, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Wausau is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Wausau has a predominantly white population with a growing Hispanic community.
  • The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population being over 65.
  • Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Wausau offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and national chains.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby natural areas.
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