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: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, Madison, WI. This position provides specialized care for adults and geriatric patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiac medical treatment. The role supports patients with a broad range of acuity, including those requiring advanced monitoring, mechanical circulatory support, ventilator management, and continuous renal replacement therapy.
Job Details
- Schedule: Rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, 7:00 a.m.7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.7:30 a.m., totaling 48 hours per week. Every other weekend and some holiday coverage are required; no call is required.
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or a compact state; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications; at least 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty; cardiovascular intensive care unit experience; experience with the NextStage continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVH) machine; Trauma Level I experience; and the ability to pass a telemetry examination before starting.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in cardiothoracic surgery and/or an acuity-adaptable care setting.
- Additional Information: The cardiovascular intensive care unit provides care for patients following coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair or replacement, aneurysm repair, aortic dissection repair, heart or lung transplantation, thoracic surgery, ST-elevation myocardial infarction, non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock, heart failure, and complex arrhythmias. Clinical responsibilities may include care of ventilated patients, continuous renal replacement therapy, intra-aortic balloon pump and ventricular assist device support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, Impella support, arterial and central line management, pulmonary artery monitoring, epicardial pacing wire management, vasoactive medication titration, and post-operative cardiac and neurosurgical care. A telemetry examination is required before the start date, with passing criteria for adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation.
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 #1336176. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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