Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Wausau, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intermediate Care
Location: Wausau, WI
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Intermediate Care (IMC/PCU/Stepdown)

Location

Wausau, WI | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Onsite | Every other weekend and every other holiday required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on an 8-bed observation/intermediate care unit managing a 1:4 patient ratio with a high volume of admissions and discharges
• Care for patients presenting with conditions including anemia, cellulitis, COPD, dehydration, and pre/post-op urology and GI cases
• Administer and monitor IV drips including Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, Insulin, and Heparin
• Read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips; complete an EKG exam during compliance
• Float to all inpatient units as needed, including IMC and CTU units
• Document accurately using EPIC ; collaborate with team and ancillary staff to ensure optimal patient experience

Required Qualifications

• Active Wisconsin RN License required
• BLS certification required (AHA or ARC)
• ACLS certification required (AHA or ARC)
• Minimum of 3 years of RN experience
• At least 1 prior travel assignment required
• EPIC charting experience required
• During flu season, travelers who decline flu or COVID vaccination are required to wear a mask at all times per facility policy; compliance is mandatory with no exceptions

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NIHSS certification highly preferred
• Background in observation units, medical/surgical, or telemetry settings
• Experience managing drips and interpreting cardiac rhythms in a fast-paced environment
• Strong adaptability, resilience, and ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the care team

Why Join Us

• Expected 48 hours per week with a consistent night schedule on a dynamic intermediate care unit — note that hours during orientation week and holidays when the unit is closed may vary
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a supportive team that values flexibility, communication, and high-quality patient care