Medical-Surgical RN
Wausau, WI
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,369/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Apply for a 13-week Medical-Surgical travel nursing assignment in Wausau, Wisconsin, caring for adult inpatients on 12-hour night shifts.
Join a collaborative inpatient nursing team as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN). This Wisconsin travel nursing job offers the opportunity to care for adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions while working in a dynamic environment that values resilience, flexibility, and teamwork. Wausau is a welcoming Central Wisconsin community known for its scenic outdoor recreation, vibrant arts and culture, and convenient access to year-round activities.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110-$2,220
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: November 30, 2026
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Electronic Health Record: Recent Epic experience required
- Unit: Medical and Pediatrics; travel nurses will care for adult patients only
Medical-Surgical Travel RN Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
- At least 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Previous Level II trauma experience strongly preferred
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Associate degree or nursing certificate required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
- Recent Epic electronic health record experience
- Ability to float to inpatient units as needed
- Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and adaptability
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients
- Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment
- Manage care for patients with respiratory illness, stroke, neurological disorders, gastrointestinal conditions, diabetes, renal failure, sepsis, wound care needs, infectious diseases, and acute alcohol withdrawal
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards
- Coordinate care with providers, ancillary departments, patients, and families
- Prioritize assignments and manage patient needs effectively during 12-hour night shifts
- Float to other inpatient units when needed while maintaining high standards of patient care
- Promote a positive patient experience through collaboration, timely communication, and professional nursing practice
Apply now to join this Medical-Surgical travel nursing team in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
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About Wausau, WI
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Wausau, WI here's what you should know:- 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.
- Wausau experiences cold winters with average lows around 8°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Wausau, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Wausau is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- 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.
- 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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