Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: CVICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The ICU Cardiovascular (ICU CV) specialty position is located in a high-acuity unit within a healthcare facility. This role involves providing advanced cardiovascular and thoracic patient care, including managing complex medical devices and performing specialized procedures in a dynamic environment. The position requires a nurse experienced in critical care with the ability to adapt to rapid patient changes.
Job Details:
Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12-hour shifts, working 0700-1930 or 1900-0730, with every other weekend, some holidays, and no call.
Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, ACLS, BLS certifications, wellness in managing arterial lines, chest tubes, ventilators, and various cardiovascular procedures. Minimum 0 years of related experience, with previous critical care experience strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in cardiothoracic surgery, CVICU, or with advanced cardiovascular life support devices such as Impella, ECMO, IABP, and LVAD.
Additional Information: Travelers must pass a telemetry test prior to start, with attempts allowed as specified. The unit supports adult and geriatric patient populations with a daily census of 26 patients. Involves comprehensive patient monitoring, invasive procedures, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with Epicor charting system and possess flexibility to float as needed within the facility.
Certifications required include ACLS, BLS, and a valid RN license (WI or compact). The role involves working in a Magnet-designated, top-ranked hospital environment, supporting complex cardiac and thoracic surgical cases, and managing critically ill patients with multi-system organ failure or post-operative needs.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1317177. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Madison, WI
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
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