PACU RN in Madison, Wisconsin
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,366/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.72
- Weekly
- $2,366
- Yearly (full-time)
- $123,032
- Contract length
- 17 weeks
This job pays about $65.72/hour — 43% 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, 267 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: Care Team Solutions ($70.01/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse on a 17-week contract in Madison, WI. This exciting night shift role involves working 12-hour overnight shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am or 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, with scheduling flexibility—either Monday through Friday or Sunday through Thursday, with no on-call requirements. You will be supporting pediatric patients recovering from surgery, ensuring their comfort and safety in the post-anesthesia care unit. The role offers a weekly gross pay of approximately $2,086.43, and you’ll be part of a dedicated team managing pediatric recovery, with the chance to apply your pediatric PACU expertise in a vibrant hospital setting.
Weather:
The weather around this time tends to be mild with cool evenings and comfortably warm days. It's a pleasant time of year to enjoy outdoor activities with crisp air and plenty of sunshine.
Fun Things To Do:
- Canoeing and kayaking on Lake Mendota
- Explore the Olbrich Botanical Gardens
- Day trip to Wisconsin Dells for water parks and entertainment
- Visit Devil's Lake State Park for hiking and scenic views
- Tour the state Capitol and historical sites in Madison
Job Specifics:
Location: Madison, WI
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 17 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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