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Job description
Alliance Services, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN DOU - Direct Observation Unit for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/21/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $ 2448
$500 CONTRACT COMPLETION BONUS
Opportunity:
RN - Med Surg/Observation
Job Details:
12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
36 guaranteed hours per week
13-week assignment
Float to all inpatient units as needed
Every other weekend and every other holiday required
1:4 patient ratio on an 8-bed unit with 2 RNs per shift
Care for patients with conditions including anemia, cellulitis, COPD, CHF, dehydration, pre-op, urology, and GI
Manage drips including Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, and Heparin
High volume of admissions and discharges with average patient stay up to 48 hours
Ability to read and interpret EKG strips required - EKG exam will be administered during compliance
Contract eligible for 36 hours of low census unbillable hours - can be low censused in hour increments as needed
Minimum 2 years of experience required
1 prior travel assignment required
EPIC charting experience required
Background in observation units or step-down MS/Tele units preferred
Required certifications: WI RN License, BLS, ACLS (ARC or AHA accepted)
Associate Degree or Certificate required
Any color scrubs accepted
Must be able to work independently, manage tasks timely, and collaborate with team and ancillary staff
Positive attitude and flexibility with constant changes required
Facility:
This facility is a full-service hospital offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to the community. The observation unit operates with a focused team environment, maintaining a low nurse-to-patient ratio to ensure high-quality patient care. The facility supports clinical interviews as part of the onboarding process and maintains high standards for traveler qualifications and compliance.
Location:
Wausau, WI
Wausau is a vibrant city nestled along the Wisconsin River, offering a wonderful blend of outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and a welcoming community atmosphere. From world-class skiing at Granite Peak to scenic hiking trails and a thriving downtown, Wausau provides an excellent quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking adventure and community connection.
About Alliance Services:
Alliance services, Inc. wants you on our team! As a nurse-founded, nurse-owned, minority-owned travel-nurse agency, it is our first priroity to ensure that we offer top pay and an outstanding employee experience from start to finish. Making sure that you receive the most generous pay package possible, and a career-enhancing clinical experience at the destination of your choice. Our dedicated recruiters are committed to providing excellent service to you and foster a greater sense of belonging as not just an employee, but as a valued member of our extended family.
Industry Leading 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
Alliance Services, Inc. Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Alliance Services, Inc.
Alliance Services is a woman-owned, minority-owned, nurse-owned, and veteran-owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in West Bend, serving Milwaukee, Southeast WI, and other areas in the Midwest and across the country. Our company was founded in 2000 by a U.S. Army veteran and Registered Nurse determined to provide cost-effective staffing services to healthcare systems and offer competitive pay, flexibility, and outstanding benefits to her fellow nurses.
Since then, Alliance has grown exponentially. Today, we service many of Wisconsin’s largest healthcare systems and employ hundreds of highly skilled Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Medical Assistants, CBRF-certified professionals, and many more. We’re not just an RN job placement agency or a travel RN company – we’re a true partner to the candidates we work with, as well as the hospitals and care facilities we staff for.
Our mission is to redefine healthcare staffing by fostering a greater sense of belonging. At Alliance, you’re not just a number, you’re a valued member of our extended family.
We’re different from your average healthcare employment agency. Our company’s core values – which we live and work by every day – help set us apart.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
We take ownership of our actions, decisions, and commitments. By holding ourselves and our professionals accountable, we not only ensure the highest standards in healthcare staffing, but also build a foundation of trust with our professionals and healthcare partners.
HONESTY & COMMUNICATION:
We prioritize transparent and open lines of communication to seamlessly connect healthcare professionals with assignments that match their skill sets and preferences. By fostering clear and timely exchanges, we enhance collaboration, build trust, and ensure the best possible outcomes for all parties involved.
COMPASSION:
Compassion is the heartbeat of our service. We approach every interaction with kindness, understanding and genuine care. This inspires our healthcare professionals to do the same, fostering a patient-centered and ethical approach to healthcare.
JOY IN SERVICE:
Our dedicated team takes care of the administrative aspects so our healthcare professionals and facilities can focus on what they do best: providing exceptional patient care and finding clinical fulfillment and joy in their work. Our professionals love what they do.
Benefits
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Weekly pay
Referral bonus
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Who can apply
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