Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Wausau, Wisconsin Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) position. This role involves working in a fast-paced, trauma Level II emergency department with a diverse patient population, including neuro, cardiac, pediatrics, geriatrics, and respiratory care. The RN will cover a rotating shift schedule, primarily 12-hour pm/nights, with occasional flexibility and on-call opportunities.
Job Details
- Shift Schedule: Rotating 12-hour pm/nights shifts, typically from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with the ability to flex to 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM occasionally.
- Hours and Duration: Minimum of 48 hours per week, with a contract length of 13 weeks starting on 09/21/2026.
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin RN license, BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS certifications. At least 2 years of ER experience, trauma Level II experience required. Prior travel experience preferred; if none, candidate must have 2 years of trauma experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing.
- Additional Information: The unit is a trauma Level II, with 18 beds, stroke certified, and equipped for various specialized care. Responsibilities include charting using Epic, drawing labs, neb treatments, and utilizing on-site pathology and radiology staff. Candidates must be resilient, adaptable, able to work independently, and manage change effectively. Scrub colors may vary. Successful candidates will be expected to manage unbillable hours during low census periods and adhere to vaccination policies, including mask-wearing during flu season if declining vaccination.
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
Cross Country Job ID #1294432. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room
About 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus