Stepdown RN in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,909/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.03
- Weekly
- $1,909
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,268
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.03/hour — 15% 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
- 863 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin from 7 agencies, 116 of them in Milwaukee.
- 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 ($69.25/hour across 348 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your next travel assignment to Milwaukee as an experienced RN ready to support PCU, Med-Surg, or Telemetry needs. This 13-week contract offers 12-hour day shifts and is suited for a traveler with at least two years of PCU or Med-Surg Telemetry acute care experience. You may be placed on the unit with the greatest need based on your skills, with opportunities to work across your qualified specialty areas. The assignment uses EPIC and may include floating onsite within your skill set or to locations within 40 miles when needed. Every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday coverage is required.
Weather
Milwaukee typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with comfortable conditions for exploring the city and nearby destinations. Pack layers and a jacket for changing temperatures throughout the day.
Fun Things To Do
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Lakefront Stroll: Walk along Milwaukee’s scenic lakefront and enjoy views of Lake Michigan.
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Milwaukee Arts and Culture: Visit local museums, galleries, and performing arts venues throughout the city.
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Historic Neighborhoods: Explore the Third Ward, Brady Street, and other distinctive Milwaukee neighborhoods.
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Day Trip to Madison: Spend the day exploring Wisconsin’s capital, including its downtown area and lakeside scenery.
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Day Trip to Lake Geneva: Enjoy a relaxing getaway with waterfront views, local shops, and outdoor activities.
Job Specifics
City and State: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 per week
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