ER RN in Madison, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,278/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.28
- Weekly
- $2,278
- Yearly (full-time)
- $118,456
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.28/hour — 38% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin ($45.93/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin right now
- 893 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin from 7 agencies, 250 of them in Madison.
- Pay in these listings: $19.84 – $196/hour, median $63.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Wisconsin: $45.93/hour ($95,534/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($69.54/hour across 345 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take on a 13-week night-shift adventure as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse in Madison, Wisconsin. You will work 12-hour shifts supporting adult and pediatric populations in the emergency setting, with schedules running from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Weekend and holiday coverage is included. This assignment is designed for an experienced ED nurse with at least two years of recent emergency department experience, Epic proficiency, and the ability to manage the pace and variety of overnight emergency care.
A Wisconsin or Compact RN license is required, along with AHA BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications and TNCC. You will also need to pass a telemetry test before clearance to start. The estimated weekly gross is $2,277.86.
Weather
Madison weather around this time of year is generally crisp and cool, with changing temperatures, a mix of sunshine and clouds, and occasional rain. Pack layers and a warm outer coat so you can comfortably enjoy the city between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Lakeside Stroll: Explore the paths, views, and public spaces around Madison’s lakes.
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Local Culture: Visit the Wisconsin State Capitol and browse the surrounding downtown shops and restaurants.
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Day Trip: Spend a day in Wisconsin Dells for scenic landscapes, attractions, and outdoor activities.
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Day Trip: Head to Milwaukee for museums, dining, lakefront walks, and entertainment.
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Small-Town Escape: Visit New Glarus for its Swiss-inspired character, local food, and relaxed surroundings.
Job Specifics
City and State: Madison, Wisconsin
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.; three shifts per week, including weekends and holidays
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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