Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care
Wausau, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,290/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) registered nurse position is located in Wausau, Wisconsin. This role involves providing specialized inpatient nursing care on a short stay observation unit. The position requires flexibility to float across inpatient units, including IMC and CMU, and offers a dynamic clinical environment focused on patient stabilization and recovery.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12-hour variable shifts (7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.), with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse license, BLS, ACLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), NIHSS highly preferred, and an EKG exam during compliance. A minimum of 3 years of experience with at least one travel assignment is required. Proven charting experience with EPIC is mandatory.
- Preferred Qualifications: Background experience in observation units, or medical-surgical/telemetry units, with the ability to read and interpret strips. Strong clinical judgment, resilience, adaptability, and excellent communication skills are desired.
- Additional Information: The unit has 8 beds, with a patient ratio of 1:4. Typical admissions include anemia, cellulitis, COPD, dehydration, and pre/post-op urology and GI patients, with average stays up to 48 hours. Staff must manage a high volume of admissions and discharges and demonstrate flexibility, independence, and collaboration skills. Scrub color is flexible. During flu season, declination of flu and COVID vaccinations requires mask wear at all times, in accordance with 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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Wausau, WI
As a Travel Intermediate Care 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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