RN ER - Milwaukee, WI Nights

NEXTAFF; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXTAFF is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Emergency Department on a 13-week contract in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves direct patient care in a fast-paced ER, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality emergency care.

The position features three 12-hour night shifts per week (36 hours total) at a local pay rate of $55.00 per hour, with anticipated start on November 14, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in an emergency department or acute care setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients presenting with acute medical and trauma conditions.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered.
• Perform clinical procedures and diagnostic assessments in the emergency setting.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in medical records.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and changing clinical conditions.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and infection control standards.

Skills

ED experience

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient care

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Room (ER)Location: Milwaukee, WI 53215 Pay: $55.00 per hour (Local Rate) Shift: Nights | 3x12-hour shifts (36 hours per week) Contract Length: 13 Weeks Start Date: November 14, 2026

About Our Company

We are a regional staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting skilled healthcare professionals with quality employers across the region. We pride ourselves on matching talented individuals with roles that align with their expertise and career goals.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join an emergency department team on a contract basis in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will provide direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment, responding to a diverse range of medical and trauma situations.

You will work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality emergency care and support positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients presenting with acute medical and trauma conditions.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered.
• Perform clinical procedures and diagnostic assessments in the emergency setting.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in medical records.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and changing clinical conditions.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin.
• Experience working in an emergency department or acute care setting.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Ability to provide proof of a current TB test or complete required TB screening.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards.

Working Conditions

This is a 13-week contract position in a hospital-based emergency department.

The schedule consists of three 12-hour night shifts per week, totaling 36 hours.

The role involves direct patient care, extended periods of standing, exposure to various patient populations, and the physical and emotional demands associated with emergency nursing.

Compensation

$55.00 per hour (Local Rate)

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.