ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Waukesha, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,214/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.50
- Weekly
- $2,214
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,128
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.50/hour — 34% 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
- 911 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Wisconsin from 7 agencies, 13 of them in Waukesha.
- 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 ICU travel assignment in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where you'll be working 12-hour night shifts on a dedicated 10-bed unit. This role is perfect for experienced ICU nurses with at least 3 years of intensive care experience and prior travel contract exposure. You'll have the opportunity to float to nearby facilities like Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital and Mukwonago, adding variety to your routine. Expect to engage in complex patient care, utilizing Epic charting systems in a fast-paced environment. This assignment offers guaranteed hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday off, making it an ideal balance between work and personal time.
Weather:
Weather around this time of year in Wisconsin is generally cool and crisp, with mild to cold temperatures. Expect clear days with a possibility of some early fall chilliness, perfect for outdoor strolls or enjoying the scenic outdoor fall foliage.
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Job Specifics:
Location: Waukesha, WI
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks (36 hours per week, guaranteed)
Note: Will need to float between Waukesha Memorial, Oconomowoc Memorial, and Mukwonago hospitals, with no on-call requirements.
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