ER | RN

GHR Healthcare

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 98,280 - 100,555

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing company in Milwaukee seeks an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) for a locum tenens position at a Level IV Trauma Center. Candidates should possess a current RN license, relevant certifications, and at least 3 years of experience in a high-volume emergency setting. This role offers competitive compensation and flexible 12-hour night shifts. Join our team to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience in a high-volume hospital.
Strong skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV insertion, and critical care drips.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality emergency nursing care to patients of all ages.
Perform triage, assessment, and stabilization for emergencies.
Collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Emergency Department nursing experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

COVID-19 vaccination

Education

Current and active RN license (Wisconsin or compact state)

Tools

EPIC electronic health records (EHR)

Pyxis/Alaris systems

Job description

Overview

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Milwaukee, WI

Advance your nursing career as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) with a locum tenens contract at a top teaching hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Level IV Trauma Center offers a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to provide exceptional emergency care to a diverse patient population, from neonates to geriatrics. Join our healthcare team in Milwaukee—a city known for its vibrant culture, scenic lakefront, and outstanding healthcare jobs.

ER RN Job Details – Milwaukee, WI

Location: Milwaukee, WI 53233 (Wisconsin nursing jobs)
Facility: Level IV Trauma Center, Teaching Hospital
Unit: Emergency Department (35 beds, 6 fast track rooms)
Position Type: Locum Tenens / Travel Nursing Contract
Start Date: October 13, 2025
End Date: January 10, 2026
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:30am)
Hours per Week: 36
Estimated Weekly Salary: $2160 - $2210
Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
Holiday Coverage: 2 out of 4 major holidays or every other
Parking: Free designated parking
Scrub Color: Any color, professional attire

ER Registered Nurse Qualifications

Current and active RN license (Wisconsin or compact state)
Minimum 3 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience in a high-volume hospital
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications (required for ER nurse jobs)
Strong skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV insertion, critical care drips, medication administration, TPA and blood administration, procedural sedation, and code blue response
Proven triage experience preferred
Experience with EPIC electronic health records (EHR) system
Covid-19 vaccination required

ER Nurse Responsibilities

Provide high-quality emergency nursing care to patients of all ages and medical conditions
Perform triage, assessment, and stabilization for trauma, STEMI, neurological, and mental health emergencies
Administer medications, blood products, and critical care drips as indicated
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, technicians, and therapists in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Document patient care using EPIC; manage medications and equipment with Pyxis/Alaris systems
Participate in scheduled weekend and holiday rotations
Complete orientation (two 12-hour shifts) prior to independent practice

Apply now to join our Milwaukee healthcare team as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse and make a difference in emergency patient care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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