Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2160
$500 CONTRACT COMPLETION BONUSOpportunity:RN - Med Surg/Observation
Job Details:• Work in a Med Surg/Observation unit (IU 6KLM Med and Tele)
• 1-2 years of experience in an acute care setting required; first-time travelers accepted
• Care for patients including rule-out chest pain, post cath lab, CHF, AFib, rule-out CVAs, TIAs, post IR, cellulitis, and AKI
• Average patient stay of 36 hours with 2-3 admissions and discharges daily
• Patient ratios: Days 1:4-5, Nights 1:6-8
• Required certification: BLS
• Skills required include ostomy care, drain management, IV skills, and drip management (heparin, insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone)
• No ventilator or trach experience required; most patients are ambulatory
• Experience in observation unit preferred; experience with admissions and discharges in a fast-paced environment required
• Charting system: EPIC; equipment includes Alaris, Pyxis, and GE monitors
• Unit support includes charge nurse, unit secretary (24/7), hospitalist (24/7), respiratory therapy (24/7), centralized telemetry monitoring with tele tech (24/7), and phlebotomy assistance
• Float to MSUs and ED Holding (1:4 ratio); travelers float first
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Schedule created 6 weeks at a time with 2 weeks notice before start of schedule
• No on-call responsibilities
• Cannot work more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts per fatigue policy
• Holiday expectations: 1 holiday per season including Christmas Eve/Christmas Day and NYE/New Year's Day
• Scrub color: Any (no camouflage or denim)
• Must document pain levels before and after administering pain medications per unit protocol
• Free parking available in designated areas
Facility:This is a large, highly accredited medical center with 933 beds, recognized as a Level III Trauma Center and a Level III NICU. The facility holds Magnet Designation and is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting its commitment to excellence in patient care. The Med Surg/Observation unit operates with 28 beds and is supported by robust around-the-clock clinical resources, making it an excellent environment for experienced nursing professionals.
Location:Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee is a vibrant lakeside city on the shores of Lake Michigan, offering a rich blend of cultural attractions, world-class dining, and a thriving arts scene. Known for its festivals, historic neighborhoods, and outdoor recreational opportunities, Milwaukee provides an exciting and welcoming environment for healthcare professionals looking to enjoy both urban amenities and natural beauty.
About Alliance Services:Alliance services, Inc. wants you on our team! As a nurse-founded, nurse-owned, minority-owned travel-nurse agency, it is our first priroity to ensure that we offer top pay and an outstanding employee experience from start to finish. Making sure that you receive the most generous pay package possible, and a career-enhancing clinical experience at the destination of your choice. Our dedicated recruiters are committed to providing excellent service to you and foster a greater sense of belonging as not just an employee, but as a valued member of our extended family.
Industry Leading Benefits: - Weekly pay via direct deposit and accessible payroll support
- 401k with 100% matching
- Monthly reimbursement for health insurance
- Maximum non-tax stipends available including lodging, meals and incidentals
- 24/7 On-call support