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Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Care / Step-Down Unit - Multiple Shifts Available

The Staff Pad
Wausau, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

The Staff Pad is partnering with a leading healthcare system in Wausau, WI to hire Registered Nurses for a high-acuity Critical Care (ICU) / Step-Down Units

This unit cares for a complex patient population including cardiothoracic, post-surgical, and telemetry patients—offering exposure to ICU-level skills in a structured, team-driven environment. 

Schedule: Full-Time | Part-Time | Supplemental

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide care for patients requiring higher acuity monitoring (drips, chest tubes, central lines)
  • Collaborate with a strong interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting
  • Manage frequent admissions, discharges, and transfers
  • Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on safety and outcomes

What We’re Looking For:

  • Associates Degree in Nursing, Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Certification in specialty preferred
  • RN license (WI or compact eligible & Trauma nursing core course
  • BLS required (or obtained within 90 days of hire)
  • ACLS, PALS or NRP preferred based on primary department
  • Open to new grads and experienced nurses
  • 3 years practicing as an RN in a comparative setting for experienced nurses
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Why This Role:

  • Exposure to advanced cardiac and critical care pathways
  • Strong leadership presence and structured workflows
  • Expansion into a new cardiac-focused tower
  • Opportunities for growth into Charge RN and specialty roles 

What You Can Expect

  • Strong work-life balance
  • Full benefits for part-time and full-time employees
  • PTO starts day one
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Wellness programs for employee and family

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity in a high-acuity setting with a supportive team, this is the role for you. Apply today to join an organization committed to exceptional patient care and professional excellence.



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