Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,318 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) Travel Assignment in Madison, WI

Join a fast-paced Emergency Department travel nurse job in Madison, Wisconsin. Provide high-quality patient care in a busy, high-acuity academic medical center serving adult and pediatric patients with urgent and emergent needs.

Join a fast-paced emergency department in Madison, WI, where you will provide high-quality care to patients across the lifespan in a busy, high-acuity setting. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced ER nurse who thrives in an academic medical center environment and is confident caring for adult and pediatric patients with urgent and emergent needs. Madison offers a vibrant city atmosphere, a strong healthcare community, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy lakes, trails, dining, and culture during your assignment.

Job Details

• Specialty: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Location: Madison, WI
• Start Date: September 14, 2026
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
• Shift Schedule: Evening/night coverage with 12-hour shifts and occasional 8-hour shifts as needed; start times may include 3:00 PM or 7:00 PM
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend/Holiday Rotation: Required
• Float Requirement: May float as needed
• Orientation: 20 hours
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,070-$2,180

Job Requirements

• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of emergency department nursing experience, including adult and pediatric populations, within the last 3 years
• Epic experience required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required from AHA only
• Telemetry exam required prior to start with strict passing criteria
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Strong clinical background in high-acuity emergency care
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, team-based environment

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, timely, and compassionate care to patients presenting with urgent and emergent conditions
• Assess, triage, and prioritize patients with a wide range of emergency diagnoses
• Care for adult and pediatric patients with complex medical, trauma, cardiac, stroke, and behavioral health needs
• Administer medications, monitor responses, and support stabilization of critically ill patients
• Perform and assist with emergency interventions, including IV therapy, airway support, and procedural monitoring
• Collaborate closely with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary team members to support optimal patient outcomes
• Document accurately in Epic and maintain strong communication throughout the shift
• Float as needed and support the needs of a high-volume emergency department

Location Highlights

Madison, WI is a dynamic and welcoming city known for its scenic lakes, energetic downtown, and nationally respected healthcare and academic environment. It is a great place for travel nurses seeking Wisconsin healthcare jobs in a lively community with plenty to explore outside of work.

Apply now to join this exciting Emergency Room RN travel assignment in Madison, WI.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #508891. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER

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