Job Opportunity – Emergency Department Registered Nurse – Wisconsin
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Evening and night shifts, 12-hour and 8-hour shifts as needed (1500-0330 or 1900-0730), weekend and holiday rotation required
Highlights:
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High-acuity Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department serving 60,000+ patients annually with 67+ treatment rooms
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Comprehensive adult and pediatric emergency care with full subspecialty support and regional referral capabilities
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Designated Comprehensive Stroke Center and Comprehensive Cardiac Center with advanced ECPR/ECMO capabilities
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Epic EMR system with 20 hours of orientation provided
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4:1 patient ratio across all shifts with interdisciplinary team support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
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Magnet-designated academic medical center recognized as a leading teaching institution and referral center
Requirements:
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Active Wisconsin RN license or Compact RN license
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Minimum two years of Emergency Department experience with adult and pediatric populations within the last three years
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Current BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association only)
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TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification required
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Epic EMR experience required
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Previous travel nursing experience required
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Must pass telemetry competency examination prior to start (two attempts with strict passing criteria: 80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms)
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Trauma Level II experience required; Level I and charge experience preferred
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Willing to float as needed within the health system
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Must reside 50+ miles from the facility
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a nationally recognized Emergency Department that delivers advanced, evidence-based care for the most complex conditions across all age groups. This Magnet-designated academic medical center offers exposure to diverse, high-acuity cases including trauma, stroke, cardiac emergencies, burn care, transplant, and oncology patients, while working alongside a collaborative team of specialists committed to clinical excellence, education, and innovation. Make a meaningful impact in a department that serves as a vital resource for patients throughout the region.
Additional Information:
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Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
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One pre-approved time off period available
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Parking permit available through facility transportation services; alternative transportation options accessible
