First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Racine, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel 48-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT MED-SURG / TELEMETRY RN CONTRACT – RACINE, WI An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) in Racine, Wisconsin (Racine County / Lake Michigan shoreline, conveniently positioned between Milwaukee and Chicago). Operating within an active inpatient acute care telemetry unit due to a surging patient census, this high-compensating role features a dependable 48-hour overnight schedule (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, four 12-hour shifts guaranteed weekly with built-in overtime). TOP-TIER 48-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($2,983/WEEK)! BUILT-IN OVERTIME COMPENSATION! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! FLEXIBLE WEEKEND SCHEDULING (EOW OR CONSIDER EVERY 3RD)! EPIC EHR! IMMEDIATE START! The inpatient telemetry clinical team delivers comprehensive acute nursing care, cardiac monitoring, and progressive stabilization to diverse adult medical-surgical and step-down-level populations. If you are an acute care inpatient nurse skilled in continuous cardiac rhythm analysis, multi-system medical management, surgical wound care, and early recognition of clinical deterioration looking to earn $2,983/week with dependable tax-free stipends in Wisconsin, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (48-Hour Week) Weekly Gross: $2,983.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $33.00/hr (40 regular hours) Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $49.50/hr (8 weekly OT hours included) (Local clinicians accepted at an adjusted local bill structure).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Night shifts, 4x12-Hours (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).

Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours guaranteed weekly (40 regular hours 8 overtime hours).

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (Immediate start).

On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!

Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend (EOW) required, with facility consideration for every 3rd weekend; every other holiday (EOH) rotation.

Department Setting: Inpatient Telemetry & Acute Medical-Surgical Care Unit (Dept: Telemetry Unit 001 / 20870).

Floating Scope: Floats as operationally required onsite within clinical competency or to regional health network affiliate hospital campuses within a 40-mile radius.

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct inpatient nursing care for acute adult medical admissions, complex multi-system disorders, and post-surgical patients. Management of acute exacerbations of chronic medical conditions: congestive heart failure (CHF), COPD, acute pneumonia, sepsis resuscitation protocols, diabetes management, and renal insufficiency. Continuous cardiac telemetry surveillance, real-time rhythm interpretation, ST-segment tracking, and lethal arrhythmia recognition. Vascular access management: peripheral IV initiation, central venous lines (PICC lines, implanted ports), and blood product transfusions. Comprehensive post-procedural recoveries, post-operative surgical wound management, and sterile dressing changes. Standard stroke scale evaluations (NIHSS assessments), routine neurological checks, and proactive patient safety/fall prevention. Early detection of physiological compromise and prompt rapid response team escalation.

EMR System: Epic electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience: Minimum 2 full years of dedicated acute care inpatient Medical-Surgical or Med-Surg Telemetry RN clinical experience (prior travel nursing experience preferred).

Licensure: Active Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal (with active Nursys report).

Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached): Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only . NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification. ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards.

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Location Details: Assignment is located in Racine, WI 53405 (Dept: Telemetry Unit 001 / 20870 / Racine County). ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract (48 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 19:00 – 07:30 with 8 hours of weekly overtime included; EOW rotation—will consider every 3rd weekend; EOH rotation).

Candidate Policy: Both travel and local candidates accepted (locals subject to adjusted local bill rate).

No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations.

Floating Policy: May float onsite within clinical competency or to affiliate health system facilities within a 40-mile radius as needed. ️ EMR System: Epic electronic health record (Epic Test-Out required during credentialing).

Mandatory Submittal Credentials: Active Wisconsin RN license (or Compact multistate) in hand with active Nursys verification. Active AHA BLS and NIHSS certifications required at submittal. Resume documenting at least 2 full years of acute inpatient Med-Surg/Telemetry hospital experience (prior travel experience preferred). 2 recent professional supervisory/managerial references in matching inpatient specialty.

Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Ascension Core Competencies, Specialty Exam, EKG Exam, Unit Specific Checklist, Skills Checklist, Epic Test-Out, Nova StatStrip, 11-panel drug screen, color vision test, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test.

Time Off: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet. About First Connect Health At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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