Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: MS (Medical Surgical) Nurse Wausau, WI. This position involves providing high-quality inpatient care within a 10-bed unit dedicated to Palliative, Comfort/Hospice, and Medical Surgical patients. The role requires a compassionate, resilient nurse capable of managing change efficiently and working well in a social and team-oriented environment.
Job Details:
Location: Wausau, WI
Schedule: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks, starting 10/05/2026 with end date 01/02/2027
Shift Requirements: 12 days, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with every other weekend and holiday rotation
Float Requirements: To any inpatient unit, all shifts may include low census hours in hour increments
Required Certifications: Wisconsin RN, American Heart Association (AHA) or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS)
Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree or Certificate, at least 1 year inpatient Palliative Care experience preferred, Basic Emergency Medical Skill set required, experience with Epic charting system required
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Palliative Care/Hospice and Medical Surgical experience
Additional Information: Care will focus on Palliative, Comfort/Hospice, and Medical Surgical cases. The unit has a 10-bed capacity with a staffing ratio of 2 RNs and 1 Certified Nursing Assistant per 10 patients. Scrub colors may vary. GSA hours are not guaranteed during orientation; the traveler will have guaranteed set hours per week, except during holidays when the unit is closed.
Holiday Rotation: Every other holiday
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1319816. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Wausau, WI
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
Change Managementunmatched
Epic Systemsunmatched
Hospice Careunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Managementunmatched
Palliative Careunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
Surgical Proceduresunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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