Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Wausau, WI
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Wausau, Wisconsin

Explore a rewarding home health nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin, providing skilled care to patients throughout the Central Wisconsin community. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced Home Health RN who is confident managing a diverse caseload, coordinating care in patients’ homes, and working independently while remaining connected to a supportive healthcare team. Wausau offers a welcoming setting with scenic parks, trails, and abundant year-round outdoor recreation.

Home Health Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,370–$2,500
• Specialty: Home Health Nursing
• Location: Wausau, Wisconsin, and surrounding Central Wisconsin communities
• Contract: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts, approximately 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with flexibility based on census
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Approximately every fifth weekend and holiday rotation
• On-Call: Approximately 2–3 times per month
• Caseload and Travel: Approximately 20–25 patients, averaging 4.5 visits per day; daily travel may range from 25–60 miles depending on territory and census
• Additional Coverage: Limited potential to support nearby Wisconsin communities based on staffing needs
• Mileage: Reimbursed at the government-approved rate
• Additional Scheduling Note: Hours may be affected by orientation, holidays when the unit is closed, and low-census needs
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs

Home Health RN Job Requirements

• Active Wisconsin or compact Registered Nurse (RN) license
• At least 2 years of recent home health nursing experience
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between patient visits
• Associate degree or nursing certificate required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• OASIS certification is a plus
• Experience with OASIS documentation and Epic Remote Client or Remote Care preferred
• Strong time-management, communication, organization, and care-coordination skills
• Compassionate, dependable, resilient, adaptable, and accountable approach to patient care

Home Health Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes across the assigned Wausau and Central Wisconsin service area
• Complete OASIS admissions, assessments, and required time-point documentation
• Manage patient episodes and coordinate care with providers, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Perform wound care, IV and port management, laboratory draws, and chronic disease management
• Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding changes in patient condition
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic medical record
• Prioritize daily home health visits efficiently while adapting to changing patient and census needs
• Participate in the assigned weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations

Why Work in Wausau, Wisconsin?

Wausau is a vibrant Central Wisconsin community known for its friendly atmosphere, beautiful natural surroundings, and convenient access to outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and regional amenities. This Wisconsin travel nursing role provides the opportunity to care for patients in a range of community settings while enjoying the balance and character of life in the Wausau area.

Apply now for this Home Health Registered Nurse travel contract in Wausau, Wisconsin, and join a dedicated healthcare team serving patients in their homes.

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.