Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,543 per week in Madison, WI

Job Opportunity – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Registered Nurse – Wisconsin

Start Date: October 2026

Location: Wisconsin

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Day or Night rotation (0700-1930 or 1900-0730), every other weekend, some holidays, no call required

Highlights:

• 27-bed Cardiothoracic ICU in a Magnet-designated, nationally ranked academic medical center specializing in cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplant, and complex cardiac medical patients
• Patient assignments typically 1-2 patients with robust interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and unit secretaries
• Dynamic unit with advanced technology including CRRT (NxStage), IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO, and Zoll Thermoguard systems
• Strong team structure with 2 charge nurses and a dedicated resource nurse available each shift to support direct care staff
• Epic charting system with 24 hours of orientation provided
• Trauma Level I experience environment with exposure to CABG, valve repair/replacement, heart and lung transplants, thoracic surgery, and advanced cardiac interventions

Requirements:

• Active Wisconsin or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care CVICU experience required within the last 3 years
• Experience and knowledge of NxStage CVVH/CRRT machine required
• Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable area strongly preferred
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Must successfully pass telemetry competency examination prior to start (strict passing criteria: 100% identification of lethal rhythms, 80% overall score; two attempts provided)
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Willingness to float as needed within clinical competency

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join an exceptional cardiovascular ICU team at a prestigious Magnet-designated facility recognized as one of the nation's leading hospitals and teaching institutions. This position offers the chance to care for a diverse patient population requiring highly specialized cardiothoracic care, advanced mechanical support devices, and transplant services, all while being supported by comprehensive interdisciplinary teams and experienced nursing leadership. You'll work in a collaborative environment committed to technological excellence and exceptional patient and family-centered care in one of the most advanced CVICU settings in the region.

Additional Information:

• Patient population: Adults and geriatrics
• Patient ratio experience: 2-3 patients
• Up to two pre-approved time-off requests considered
• Comprehensive orientation with experienced preceptors
• Parking permit available through facility transportation services; alternative transportation options accessible