RN – Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) | Build ICU-Level Skills

The Staff Pad; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 49,593 - 70,257; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Pad is hiring Registered Nurses for a high-acuity Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) in Wausau, WI. This position is ideal for nurses looking to expand their skill set and gain experience with complex medical cases.

The role offers a competitive pay range of $36 – $51/hour based on experience, with opportunities for training and growth into specialty skills and leadership positions.

New graduates are welcomed, and you will have the chance to deliver comprehensive care while working with diverse patient populations in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license valid in Wisconsin or be compact eligible.
• BLS certification is required.
• Open to both new graduates and experienced RNs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on, patient-centered care for complex cases.
• Work closely with CNAs and interdisciplinary teams.
• Build advanced clinical skills across multiple specialties.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical skills

Team collaboration

Education

RN license (WI or compact eligible)

BLS certification

Job description

The Staff Pad is hiring Registered Nurses for a high-acuity Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) in Wausau, WI—perfect for nurses who want to expand their skillset beyond med-surg and move toward critical care.

Pay: $36 – $51/hour (based on experience)

Work with a diverse patient population including neuro, trauma, post-surgical, and complex medical cases, gaining hands‑on experience with advanced interventions in a supportive, team‑driven environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Step into higher-acuity care (ICU-adjacent experience)
• Exposure to neuro, trauma, and post‑op patients in one unit
• Strong training and onboarding support (great for newer RNs)
• Opportunities to grow into specialty skills and leadership roles

What You’ll Do

• Deliver hands‑on, patient‑centered care for complex cases
• Work closely with CNAs and interdisciplinary teams
• Build advanced clinical skills across multiple specialties

Schedule

• 12‑hour shifts (days or nights)

Requirements

• RN license (WI or compact eligible)
• BLS required

Open to new grads and experienced RNs.