PACU RN in Wausau, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Wausau, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,316/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.90
- Weekly
- $2,316
- Yearly (full-time)
- $120,432
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.90/hour — 26% 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, 40 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
- 911 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin from 7 agencies, 120 of them in Wausau.
- 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: Care Team Solutions ($70.01/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week contract as a PACU RN at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wisconsin. This role offers the opportunity to work 10-hour days, providing care and support in the post-anesthesia recovery unit. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and stabilizing patients recovering from a variety of surgeries, including general, spine, neuro, GI, ENT, cardiac, PV, and ortho. The unit features a 1:2 patient ratio across 14 bays, with a focus on efficient, compassionate care. You'll be working with recent hospital experience, especially in post-cardiac and pediatric recovery, utilizing electronic charting systems like Epic or similar platforms. The schedule involves rotating weekends and holidays, with on-call responsibilities every fifth weekend and one night per week, ensuring a dynamic and engaging work environment.
Weather:
Weather around this time of year in Wausau tends to be crisp and mild, with cool temperatures and a hint of early autumn charm. Expect gentle breezes and a comfortable climate ideal for outdoor activities and scenic adventures.
Fun Things To Do:
- Hiking in Rib Mountain State Park: Explore scenic trails with panoramic views of the area.
- Visit the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art: Discover local and regional contemporary artworks.
- Day Trip to Green Bay: Enjoy a visit to Lambeau Field and explore the vibrant downtown area.
- Explore the Wisconsin River: Kayaking or canoeing adventures for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Tour the Lake Superior Shoreline: A scenic drive and sightseeing along the pristine lake.
Job Specifics:
Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
Shift: 10-hour days, variable start times of 7:30, 8:00, or 9:00 am
Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week, with scheduled on-call rotations and holiday work
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