Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $2,556 per week

Company: Alliance Services, Inc.
Location: Wausau
Posted on: January 14, 2026

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: 02/02/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days, nights, flexible - Employment Type: Travel Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2556.00 Opportunity: RN - Observation Unit Job Details: • Work 12-hour day/night variable shifts in an 8-bed observation unit • 48 guaranteed hours per week with overtime after 48 hours worked • Patient ratio of 1:4 • Float to all inpatient units as needed including IMC and CTU units • Every other weekend and every other holiday schedule required • Can be low censused and placed on call with 2-hour minimum callback pay • 36 hours of low census unbillable hours available per contract • Required certifications: Wisconsin RN License, BLS, ACLS • NIHSS highly preferred • Must complete EKG exam during compliance • Minimum 3 years experience and 1 travel assignment required • EPIC charting experience required • Care for patients with anemia, cellulitis, COPD, dehydration, pre/post-op urology and GI cases • Manage cardiac drips including Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, and Heparin • Handle high volume of admissions and discharges with average patient stays up to 48 hours • Must be able to read and interpret cardiac strips • Any color scrubs permitted • Must live outside 50-mile radius from facility • During flu season, unvaccinated travelers must wear masks at all times per facility policy Facility: This healthcare organization operates a comprehensive medical center providing a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to the community. The facility features specialized units including observation, intermediate care, and critical care units, with a focus on delivering quality patient care through advanced medical technology and experienced healthcare teams. The organization maintains high standards for patient safety and clinical excellence while serving diverse medical needs across multiple specialties. Location: Wausau, WI Wausau offers an excellent quality of life in central Wisconsin, surrounded by beautiful forests, lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities including skiing, hiking, and water sports. The city provides a perfect blend of small-town charm with modern amenities, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking work-life balance in a scenic environment. 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 58812623. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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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