RN Tele

Job Description

Job Description

Travel RN – MedSurg/Tele

Location: Cudahy, WI (20 minutes from Milwaukee)

Facility Type: 100-Bed Facility | Level IV Trauma Center

Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift (1900–0730) | 36 Hours/Week

Weekend Rotation: Every Other Weekend (EOW)

Holiday Requirements: 50% of holidays per contract

On-Call: Low census call only (Up to 36 hours max per contract)

Orientation: Nursing Employee Orientation (NEO) One 12-hour unit floor orientation

We are seeking an adaptable MedSurg/Tele Registered Nurse for a travel contract in Cudahy, WI. This position balances cross-coverage between the 2 MESG and 3 MESG units. With an average daily census of 20–22 patients across a 28-bed floor capacity, this facility offers a tight-knit, collaborative team environment.

The hospital is actively investing in unit culture and employee engagement, making it a highly supportive and welcoming atmosphere for both experienced and strong first-time travelers.

• EMR: EPIC

• IV Pumps: Alaris

• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis

• Telemetry: Centralized telemetry unit staffed by Tele Techs, featuring a central display at the nurse's station.

• Specialty Equipment: Comprehensive patient lift systems, including ceiling lifts.

• Patient Ratios: Days: 1:4–5 | Nights: 1:6–7 (1:8 is possible but rare) .

• Patient Population: Primarily geriatric patients presenting with complex multi-system medical needs.

• Cardiac/Neuro Care: Manage CHF, chest pain observation, seizure obs, stroke obs, TIA rule-outs, and altered mental status. (Note: No on-site Cath Lab; critical cardiac extensions are stabilized and transferred to St. Luke's MC) .

• General Medicine: Care for COPD and acute respiratory, kidney, liver, or GI conditions.

• Skills Required: NG tube placement/management, foley placement, chest tubes, PleurX and specialized surgical drains, wound care, and blood draws via central lines, midlines, and ports.

• Cardiac Rhythms & Drips: Competently interpret cardiac rhythms. Titrate drips within established parameters for Cardizem, Amiodarone, Heparin, Lasix, and Insulin .

• CNAs on Unit: Nights 1:7–8 | Days 1:5–6. (Assist with ambulation, ADLs, vitals, I/Os, fingersticks, and are certified to remove peripheral IVs).

• Charge Nurse: Readily available on-shift with a reduced patient assignment.

• Unit Secretary (HUC): Dedicated on-unit clerical support until 2300.

• Additional Teams: 24/7 Phlebotomy for peripheral draws, 24/7 RT, 24/7 Hospitalists, and daytime OT/PT/Speech Therapy.

• Travelers are expected to float where MedSurg patients are located, including alternative MedSurg floors, ED holds, or lower-acuity patients boarded in the ICU. You will only be given standard MedSurg level patient assignments.

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of dedicated MedSurg/Tele RN experience. First-time travelers are warmly accepted.

• Licensure: Active Wisconsin or Compact RN License.

• Certifications: BLS and NIHSS are strictly required. ACLS is preferred.

• Scrub Policy: Any professional, solid color scrubs. No graphics, logos, denim, or patterned designs.

• Parking: Free employee parking lot on-site.

• Schedule Cycle: Managed in 6-week blocks, released roughly 3 weeks in advance.

• Interview Process: Initial profile submission followed by a prompt secondary interview directly with the Unit Manager.

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA

Company Description

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA