| Location | Madison, WI |
First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
36-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT CRITICAL CARE / ICU FLOAT POOL RN CONTRACT – MADISON, WI
An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Critical Care / Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) in Madison, Wisconsin. Operating across multiple high-acuity adult intensive care units at a premier Magnet-designated academic Level I Trauma center, this position features a dependable 3x12 overnight schedule (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 36 hours guaranteed weekly; unit will also accommodate 4x12s and weekend blocked schedules upon request). EXCELLENT 1:3 ACUITY-DRIVEN RATIOS! BLOCKED WEEKENDS ACCOMMODATED! WISCONSIN'S #1 ACADEMIC HOSPITAL! NO MANDATORY ON-CALL! The critical care float pool provides vital coverage across the hospital's specialized intensive care units, including Trauma/Surgical ICU, Neuro ICU, Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic ICU (CVICU/CTICU), Burn ICU, and Medical ICU (MICU), as well as stepdown/progressive care holding as needed. If you are an autonomous critical care nurse skilled in multi-system organ dysfunction, advanced mechanical ventilation, invasive line monitoring (A-lines, Swans, ICPs), continuous vasoactive drip titrations, and CRRT looking to earn $2,683/week in Wisconsin, this elite assignment is built for you!
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✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized critical care recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential mapping, and prioritized clinical review!
Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your November 30th start date!
36-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT CRITICAL CARE / ICU FLOAT POOL RN CONTRACT – MADISON, WI An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Critical Care / Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) in Madison, Wisconsin. Operating across multiple high-acuity adult intensive care units at a premier Magnet-designated academic Level I Trauma center, this position features a dependable 3x12 overnight schedule (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 36 hours guaranteed weekly; unit will also accommodate 4x12s and weekend blocked schedules upon request). EXCELLENT 1:3 ACUITY-DRIVEN RATIOS! BLOCKED WEEKENDS ACCOMMODATED! WISCONSIN'S #1 ACADEMIC HOSPITAL! NO MANDATORY ON-CALL! The critical care float pool provides vital coverage across the hospital's specialized intensive care units, including Trauma/Surgical ICU, Neuro ICU, Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic ICU (CVICU/CTICU), Burn ICU, and Medical ICU (MICU), as well as stepdown/progressive care holding as needed. If you are an autonomous critical care nurse skilled in multi-system organ dysfunction, advanced mechanical ventilation, invasive line monitoring (A-lines, Swans, ICPs), continuous vasoactive drip titrations, and CRRT looking to earn $2,683/week in Wisconsin, this elite assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE Weekly Gross: $2,683.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,351.00 Hourly W2 Rate: $37.00/hr (36 regular hours) Overtime Rate: $55.50/hr SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Night shifts, 3x12-Hours (19:00 PM – 07:30 AM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM). Blocked weekend schedules can likely be accommodated; facility is also open to 4x12 schedules if desired. Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly. Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (November 30, 2026 start date). On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend rotation (approx. 6–7 weekend shifts per contract); holidays scheduled per department rotation. Department Setting & Ratios: Critical Care Float Pool (Unit: Float Pool - Critical Care RN). Acuity-driven staffing maintains direct nurse-to-patient ratios at 1:3. Floating Scope: Floats between multiple specialized adult ICU settings: Neuro ICU & Neuro-Trauma Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic ICU (CV/CT ICU) Trauma Intensive Care Unit & Burn ICU Medical/Surgical ICU (MSICU) & Intermediate/Progressive Care (IMC) holding Clinical Scope & Device Proficiencies: Multi-system organ dysfunction/failure (MODS), acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), severe septic shock, and polytrauma resuscitation. Mechanical ventilation management (endotracheal tubes, tracheostomies, complex ventilator modes, suctioning, ABG analysis). Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT / NxStage experience). Invasive hemodynamics: Arterial lines, Central Venous Pressure (CVP), and Pulmonary Artery / Swan-Ganz catheter monitoring. Neurological monitoring: External Ventricular Drains (EVDs), ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy, and acute stroke management. Advanced cardiac support exposure: Post-cardiac surgery recovery, IABP, Impella, and ECMO management. Titration of high-alert critical infusions: vasoactive agents, inotropes, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, continuous sedation, and IV insulin protocols. EMR System: Epic (Epic charting experience required; usage within the past 12 months preferred). REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience: Minimum 5 years of overall RN clinical experience, with at least 2 full years of dedicated acute care ICU experience within the last 3 years. Prior experience in an Academic Level I Trauma Center is strictly required. Must demonstrate verified clinical competency across multiple ICU specialties (Neuro, CV/CT, Trauma, Burn, or Med/Surg ICU). Travel Experience: Prior travel nursing experience is required. Licensure: Active Wisconsin RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal. Certifications Required at Submittal (Must be attached): American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) — AHA only. AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — AHA only. Preferred Certifications: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS). ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized critical care recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential mapping, and prioritized clinical review! Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your November 30th start date!
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