Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $3,216 per week

About the Role

Alliance Services, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN for the DOU - Direct Observation Unit in Wausau, Wisconsin. This is a 13-week travel nursing assignment with night shifts.

Job Details

• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 48 guaranteed hours per week
• Float to all inpatient units as needed, including IMC and CTU units
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Contract eligible for 36 hours of low census unbillable hours, which can be taken in hour increments as needed
• Unit may low census in 4-hour increments and could ask traveler to work only 4 or 8 hours of a shift
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $3216
• $500 Contract Completion Bonus

Unit Information

This facility is home to a Short Stay/Intermediate Care unit that specializes in observation-level care for a wide range of medical conditions. The unit supports a high volume of admissions and discharges and provides care for patients requiring cardiac monitoring and drip management. The 8-bed observation unit treats conditions including anemia, cellulitis, COPD, dehydration, pre and post-op urology and GI, and cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin). Average patient stay is up to 48 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide observation-level care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions
• Read and interpret cardiac strips
• Manage cardiac drips including Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, and Heparin
• Handle high volume of admissions and discharges
• Collaborate with team and ancillary staff
• Work independently and manage tasks timely
• Maintain flexibility during constant shift changes

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience required
• At least 1 prior travel assignment required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Associate Degree or Certificate required
• WI RN License
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• NIHSS highly preferred
• EKG exam required during compliance
• Any color scrubs permitted

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
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Referral bonus

Location

Wausau is a vibrant city nestled along the Wisconsin River, known for its stunning natural landscapes and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities including skiing, hiking, and water sports. The area offers a welcoming community atmosphere with a strong arts and culture scene.