Med/Surg RN in Madison, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,890/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.50
- Weekly
- $1,890
- Yearly (full-time)
- $98,280
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $52.50/hour — 14% 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
- 908 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin from 7 agencies, 256 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 ($69.01/hour across 368 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse travel assignment in Madison, Wisconsin, working overnight shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. This role supports patients recovering from procedures including colon, Whipple, cholecystectomy, liver resection, bariatric, gynecologic, mastectomy, and hernia surgeries, along with patients experiencing colitis, pancreatitis, abdominal pain, gastroparesis, bowel obstruction, and Crohn’s disease. The typical assignment is three 12-hour nights per week, with every-other-weekend coverage required. You may also float to similar units caring for Medical-Surgical patients. BCLS is required, ACLS is preferred, and first-time travelers are welcome. Bring your night-owl energy to a broad surgical and gastrointestinal patient population.
Weather
Madison commonly experiences crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with changing skies, refreshing outdoor conditions, and occasional rain. Layers and a dependable jacket make it easy to enjoy the city between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Capitol Square: Explore the Wisconsin State Capitol, browse local shops, and enjoy nearby restaurants.
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Lakeside Recreation: Walk or bike along Lake Monona and visit the scenic waterfront parks.
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Cultural Stop: Visit the Chazen Museum of Art for rotating exhibitions and permanent collections.
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Day Trip to Wisconsin Dells: Spend a day exploring the area’s natural sandstone formations, river scenery, and attractions.
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Day Trip to Milwaukee: Discover museums, lakefront destinations, dining, and entertainment about an hour and a half from Madison.
Job Specifics
City and State: Madison, Wisconsin
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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