Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,074 per week in Janesville, WI

Job Title

Travel Registered Nurse - Med-Surg/Neurology

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse to join our team in Janesville, Wisconsin. This role primarily supports Med-Surg Orthopedic and Neurology patient populations, providing comprehensive nursing care within a dynamic hospital environment.

The successful candidate will utilize the nursing process to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team. This position requires flexibility, including the potential to float to other units as needed to support patient care demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, hospital policies, procedures, standards of care, and state practice acts.
• Develop, initiate, and execute individualized patient plans of care, including patient and family education, as prescribed by physicians and/or hospital policy.
• Document all aspects of patient care accurately and thoroughly, adhering to established standards of care.
• Participate actively in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance initiatives.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to other units/departments to support the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
• Apply critical thinking skills to ensure patient safety and enhance the patient experience, escalating concerns appropriately through the chain of command.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to float to other units as required by patient census and staffing needs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Education verification is required.
• Demonstrated experience in Med-Surg, Orthopedic, or Neurology specialties.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in applying the nursing process.
• Strong medication administration and treatment delivery skills.
• Excellent documentation and charting abilities.
• Ability to develop and implement patient-centered plans of care.
• Commitment to performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Strong clinical expertise and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional critical thinking for patient safety and experience.
• Effective collaboration and communication within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage patient care for Med-Surg, Orthopedic, and Neurology populations.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
• Hours: 12-hour shifts, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM
• Days per Week: 3
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend required.
• Holiday Rotation: Required.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 2026-07-16

Licensing Requirements

• Current and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wisconsin.
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.