Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Location: Schofield, WI
Position Type: Contract / Travel Assignment
Shift: 4x8 Mid Shift
Assignment Duration: 14 Weeks
Expected Start Date: 8/19/2026
Weekly Compensation: Up to $2,321.71 / week
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for a 14-week travel assignment at a highly respected long-term care and rehabilitation facility in Schofield, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise in skilled nursing or sub-acute settings, exceptional patient care skills, and the ability to adapt seamlessly to floating across diverse clinical units.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to short-term rehabilitation, long-term care (LTC), and sub-acute patients.
- Administer medications and perform treatments, including wound care, stoma care, wound vacs, Foley catheter management, and tube feedings (Peg, J-tube, G-tube).
- Perform basic tracheostomy care as needed.
- Start IVs, administer IV fluids/antibiotics, and perform blood draws.
- Monitor, record, and report patient condition changes using the facility's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (PointClickCare).
- Float as needed across all facility units (Rehab, SNF, LTAC, LTC, and Short-Term Stay).
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long-Term Care (LTC), LTAC, or Rehab setting required.
- Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin (or compact RN license) with clean background and clear license history.
- Certifications:
- Active BLS/CPR certification required.
- IV certification preferred (or demonstrated proficiency in IV insertion and lab draws).
- Location Restriction: Candidates must reside at least 50 minutes outside of the facility location.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options (including FSA options).
- Telehealth Services: 24/7 virtual care access for employees.
- Dedicated Support: Ongoing recruiter and administrative support throughout assignments.
- Weekly Pay: Reliable weekly direct deposit.
Who We Are
NuWest places healthcare professionals in some of the most competitive markets, at award-winning facilities, earning top pay. Whether you're ready for your next travel experience, looking to take a local assignment, wanting to explore shift or per diem work, or interested in seeing what permanent or temp-to-hire roles are available, our award-winning NuWest team has you covered.
What We Believe
We believe our 30+ years of experience makes a difference in your healthcare job search. We believe one size does not fit all, so we carefully match your unique needs and strengths with our top hospitals and health systems. We believe in long-term relationships over transactional exchanges. And we believe that better workforce solutions lead to better patient care, safer working conditions, and healthier communities.
What You Can Expect
NuWest is committed to your overall satisfaction—to meeting and exceeding your expectations.
- Responsiveness: No one likes to get ghosted. We promise you updates every step of the way.
- Transparency: Open and honest communication - no surprises!
- Career Guidance: We coach based on strengths and goals to get you where you want to go!