Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit
Milwaukee, WI
Alliance Services, Inc.
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2160

$500 CONTRACT COMPLETION BONUS

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg/Observation

Job Details:

• Work in a Med Surg and Telemetry unit (IU 6KLM)
• 1-2 years of experience in an acute care setting required
• First-time travelers are welcome
• Care for patients with R/O chest pain, post cath lab, CHF, AFib, R/O CVAs, TIAs, post IR, cellulitis, and AKI
• Average patient stay of 36 hours with occasional surgical patients
• Admit and discharge 2-3 patients daily in a fast-paced environment
• Day shift patient ratio: 1:4-5; Night shift patient ratio: 1:6-8
• Tech support ratio: Day - 1:5; Night - 1:9
• Required certification: BLS
• Skills required include ostomy care, drain management, IV skills, drip management (heparin, insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone)
• No ventilator or trach experience required
• Basic med-surg skills required; observation unit experience preferred
• Experience with admissions and discharges in a fast-paced environment required
• Charting system and equipment: EPIC, Alaris, Pyxis, and GE monitors
• Support on the unit includes charge nurse with lighter patient assignment, unit secretary 24/7, hospitalist 24/7, respiratory therapy in-house 24/7, centralized telemetry monitoring with tele tech 24/7, and phlebotomy assistance for peripheral blood draws
• Floating may be required to MSUs and ED Holding (1:4 ratio); travelers float first
• Orientation includes 4-8 hour NEO orientation on day shift with educator, supervisor, and manager, followed by one full shift on the unit based on experience
• Weekend rotation: every other weekend
• Schedule is created 6 weeks at a time and provided 2 weeks before the start of the schedule
• No on-call required
• Fatigue policy in place: staff cannot work more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
• Holiday expectations: 1 holiday per season (Christmas Eve/Christmas Day and NYE/New Year's Day)
• Scrub color: any color accepted, no camo or denim
• Must document pain levels before and after administering pain medications, ensuring the medication ordered aligns with the patient's pain score
• Free parking available in designated areas

Facility:

This large medical center is a 933-bed facility holding Magnet Designation and recognized as a Level III Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and Comprehensive Stroke Center. The facility provides a full range of advanced medical services and maintains robust unit support systems, including 24/7 hospitalist coverage, respiratory therapy, centralized telemetry monitoring, and unit secretary services, ensuring a well-supported environment for both staff and patients.

Location:

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee is a vibrant lakeside city situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, offering a rich blend of cultural attractions, world-class dining, and a thriving arts scene. Known for its iconic festivals, historic neighborhoods, and outdoor recreation opportunities, Milwaukee provides an exciting and dynamic environment for healthcare professionals looking to enjoy both a rewarding career and an engaging lifestyle.

About Alliance Services:

Alliance services, Inc. wants you on our team! As a nurse-founded, nurse-owned, minority-owned travel-nurse agency, it is our first priroity to ensure that we offer top pay and an outstanding employee experience from start to finish. Making sure that you receive the most generous pay package possible, and a career-enhancing clinical experience at the destination of your choice. Our dedicated recruiters are committed to providing excellent service to you and foster a greater sense of belonging as not just an employee, but as a valued member of our extended family.

Industry Leading Benefits:

• Weekly pay via direct deposit and accessible payroll support
• 401k with 100% matching
• Monthly reimbursement for health insurance
• Maximum non-tax stipends available including lodging, meals and incidentals
• 24/7 On-call support