Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Neurosurgery/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry – Wisconsin
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, Monday through Friday with weekend rotation and holiday coverage as needed. Patient ratio 1:4.
Highlights:
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25-bed neurosurgery general care unit serving a diverse medical and surgical neuro patient population including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, ALS, Guillain-Barre syndrome, traumatic brain injury, and post-surgical cases
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Work within a Magnet-designated facility recognized as Wisconsin's top-ranked hospital and a Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Program
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Epic charting system with 24 hours of orientation provided
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Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
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Opportunity to advance nursing skills in a fast-paced specialty environment utilizing evidence-based practice
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Collaborative team culture focused on patient and family-centered care with a dynamic multidisciplinary approach
Requirements:
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Active Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license
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Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in Neuro MS/Telemetry within the last 3 years
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BLS certification (American Heart Association only)
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Epic charting system experience required
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Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
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Must pass telemetry competency exam prior to start with strict passing criteria (80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms, no errors on 3rd degree heart blocks)
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Trauma Level I experience preferred
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Must reside 50 miles or more from the facility
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Floating to other units as needed
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join an elite team of stroke and neuroscience professionals at a nationally recognized teaching and referral center. This position offers the chance to care for the most complex neurological cases in the state while working alongside Advanced Practice Providers, therapists, and medical teams committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. The collaborative environment encourages professional growth and provides the support needed to excel in this specialized field of nursing.
