Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Madison, WI
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,642/week

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Overview

Start Date07/27/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration17 weeks

Pay

4% higher than average Registered Nurse / Operating Room Nurse pay in Wisconsin

Estimated total pay

$2,642/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,116/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,526/week

Benefits

Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus

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🔥 PREMIUM EXTENDED OR RN CONTRACT – TIER 5 SURGICAL SPECIALTIES – MAGNET® HOSPITAL

First Connect Health is seeking a highly skilled Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) for an immediate, extended travel assignment in Madison, Wisconsin. This facility is ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and is a celebrated national teaching institution and Level 1 Trauma Center. This specific contract is housed within the specialized Tier 5 Surgical Team, covering advanced Gynecology, Urology, and Transplant care lines. Enjoy premium daytime hours, high tax-free stipends, and an elite resume-building opportunity!

Please note: This position features an extended timeline of 17 to 21 weeks and has flexible summer/fall start windows.

💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

Weekly Gross: $2,642.00
Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,526.00
Hourly W2 Rate: $31.00/hr
Overtime Rate: $43.50/hr

📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

Schedule: Day shifts, 3x12-Hours (06:40 AM - 19:10 PM). Potential for one mid-day shift rotation (09:40 AM - 22:10 PM) once biweekly.
Contract Length: Flexible options spanning 17 to 21 weeks total.
Start Dates Available: Target options available for 07/27, 08/03, or 08/10/2026.
On-Call & On-Unit Requirements: Weekday call coverage and a routine unit weekend rotation schedule are required.
Clinical Scope (Tier 5): Kidney and pancreas transplants, DaVinci Xi robotic surgery, percutaneous nephrectomy, robotic nephrectomy, HOLEP, cystectomy, neobladder setups, ureteroscopy, laparoscopic gynecology, procurements, and abdominal hysterectomies.
Support & Ratios: Safe 1:1 intra-operative patient care model.

🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital experience within the last 3 years in the surgical specialty. Must have clear, documented experience in Urology, Gynecology/Oncology, kidney/pancreas transplant lines, and robotic surgeries. First-time travel nurses are accepted if they meet the strict clinical background metrics!
Licensure: Active Wisconsin State Nursing License or Compact Nursing License must be verified and provided upfront.
Certifications Required: Active AHA BLS is strictly required (American Heart Association ONLY).

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH

Don't let your application get delayed by incomplete compliance packets. Apply directly to this posting to connect with our recruitment team. We manage candidate profiles with absolute transparency, immediate clinical vetting, and ensure your file is presented directly to the Vaya Workforce account team for prioritized hospital review.

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🛑 Strict 50-Mile Local Restriction Rule: UW Health enforces a rigid No Locals policy. Traveling candidates must maintain a verified permanent taxable address located further than 50 miles away from the Madison, WI campus to clear the initial automated gate. 🫀 Mandatory Pre-Start Telemetry Pass/Fail Exam: Prior to your official start date, clinicians must pass a rigorous telemetry interpretation exam with a score of 80% or higher across a maximum of two attempts. This includes 100% accurate identification of lethal rhythms (V-fib, V-tach, asystole) and zero incorrect answers allowed on 3rd-degree heart blocks (one error results in immediate failure). A third attempt requires submitting a certificate from an outside cardiac interpretation review course. 📅 Extended Assignment Options: This requisition stands out by offering a long-term assignment framework, allowing traveling nurses to secure guaranteed income for up to 17 to 21 continuous weeks. 🔄 Flexible Cross-Floating Requirement: In alignment with corporate network mandates, traveling clinicians are required to float flexibly across related care settings as needed to optimize daily patient care volumes. 📋 Submission Profile Compliance Parameters: To bypass vendor delays, please do not apply if missing any requirements. Submissions require a verified WI/Compact license printout, a resume explicitly highlighting transplant and DaVinci robot experience, and an active AHA BLS copy. Per system guidelines, professional references are omitted at initial submittal. 🚗 Facility Parking Regulations: Onsite hospital parking requires an active permit secured independently through UW Transportation. Alternative local commuting avenues include public bus routes, regional park & ride hubs, or verified private parking arrays.

Employer

First Connect Health

3.4rating(10 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with First Connect Health

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About

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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