Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years MS RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A 13-week contract opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse skilled in neurological and post-operative care. This position supports a specialized 16-bed neuro unit providing care to patients recovering from stroke, brain, neck, and spine surgeries as well as trauma cases such as traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
Work Schedule & Location:
- Location: Menasha, WI (within 50 miles of the corporate center)
- Shift: 12-hour day/night variable (0530-1800 / 1730-0600); straight night shift candidates will be considered
- Weekend: Every other weekend
- Holidays: Rotation based on unit needs
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week, with shift make-ups required for absences within two weeks
- Float Required: Within skillset to all facilities within 60 miles
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to neuro/post-op patients
- Manage patient assessments, interventions, and documentation using EPIC (preferred)
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams for acute stroke and complex neurological cases
- Maintain patient safety with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio focused on high-quality outcomes
Required Qualifications:
- Current WI RN or compact license
- AHA BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications
- Minimum 3 years RN experience, including at least one travel contract
- ICU/Intermediate care (IMC) experience highly preferred
- Strong neurological and post-operative knowledge in stroke and spinal cases
- Proven adaptability, resilience, and excellent interpersonal skills
Unit & Patient Population:
The neuro unit focuses on post-stroke care and patients recovering from brain, cervical, and spinal surgeries with occasional medical patients. Team collaboration and patient-centered care are priorities in providing optimal outcomes for this specialized population.
This contract offers a rewarding environment to enhance your neurological nursing expertise while engaging in a supportive setting requiring flexibility and clinical excellence.
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to make an impact in neuro nursing, apply today to take the next step in your professional journey.