Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,369 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) – Post-Surgical Care in Wausau, WI Position Overview Join a 40-bed post-surgical care unit in Wausau, Wisconsin, as a Travel Medical-Surgical RN providing high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients after surgery. This 7-week travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Med/Surg nurse who prioritizes care based on acuity and thrives in a collaborative hospital environment. Wausau offers a welcoming central Wisconsin community with scenic parks, trails, outdoor recreation, and year-round activities. Travel Nursing Job Details Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract Location: Wausau, Wisconsin Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing Unit: 40-bed post-surgical care unit Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110–$2,220 Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week, excluding orientation and applicable facility closures Start Date: October 26, 2026 End Date: December 12, 2026 Contract Duration: 7 weeks Shift: Variable 12-hour day and night shifts; overnight schedule is approximately 7:00 PM–7:30 AM Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Every other weekend and holiday Orientation: 8 hours Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:4–5 on days and evenings and 1:5–7 on nights Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements Active Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license At least 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical nursing experience in a hospital setting Prior travel nursing experience required Level II trauma experience required Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Recent Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience required Associate degree or nursing certificate required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Strong patient assessment, time-management, prioritization, communication, and teamwork skills Medical-Surgical Nursing Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult and geriatric patients before and after surgical procedures, including post-PACU recovery Complete nursing assessments, monitor patient status, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately Administer medications and treatments safely using electronic medication scanning and infusion pump technology Manage care for a high-volume patient population while balancing admissions, discharges, and competing clinical priorities Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, therapists, support staff, patients, and families to promote safe and effective post-operative recovery Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic Float to other inpatient units as needed to support continuity of patient care Participate in the required weekend and holiday rotation Apply now for this Medical-Surgical travel nursing opportunity in Wausau, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative healthcare team supporting patients through post-surgical recovery. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 528160. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.