Emergency Room RN
Wausau, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking an Emergency Room Nurse in Wausau, Wisconsin. This position involves working in a busy trauma level II emergency department, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and neurology. The role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on clinical excellence and independent managing of patient care.

Job Details:

• Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
• Shift: Rotating, 12-hour variable days and evenings, with weekend and holiday rotation according to schedule
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Schedule: 12 hours shifts; minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Traumatic Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); at least 2 years of experience with 3-6 months of prior travel experience; trauma level II experience required; associate degree or certificate; location in Wisconsin; minimum of 2 years of experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in nursing
• Additional Information:
  • Must be able to manage independently and handle a face-paced environment
  • The unit is a trauma level II, 18-bed, stroke-certified facility with capabilities including neuro, cardiac, pediatrics, geriatrics, and respiratory care
  • Epic electronic charting system and Pyxis medication dispenser are used
  • RN responsibilities include drawing labs and neb treatments; respiratory therapist on-site; radiology staff available in ED
  • May be required to float to other locations: Merrill, Antigo, Medford, and Stanley
  • No guaranteed hours during orientation; guaranteed set hours, except during holidays when the unit is closed
  • During flu season, declined vaccination requires mask-wearing at all times, per policy

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits