Must pass a telemetry examination prior to start (adult and pediatric components; passing score of 80% or higher with strict criteria for lethal rhythm identification). Care for diverse patient populations including Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic, Burn ICU, Trauma Surgery, and IMC/Progressive/General care.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Madison, WI
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse – ICU
Location
Madison, WI
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts | 19:00–07:30 | Every Other Weekend Rotation and Some Holidays
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in an ICU setting, with the ability to float across multiple critical care units as needed
Care for diverse patient populations including Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic, Burn ICU, Trauma Surgery, and IMC/Progressive/General care
Monitor and interpret telemetry and cardiac rhythms, including identification of lethal arrhythmias
Participate in every other weekend rotation and select holiday coverage
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-acuity inpatient care
Required Qualifications
Active Wisconsin RN license or valid Compact RN license
BLS and ACLS certifications – American Heart Association (AHA) only
Minimum of two years of acute care inpatient RN experience within the last three years in the applicable specialty
Must pass a telemetry examination prior to start (adult and pediatric components; passing score of 80% or higher with strict criteria for lethal rhythm identification)
Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (local candidates not accepted)
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience across multiple ICU subspecialties such as Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, or Trauma Surgery
Familiarity with IMC, Progressive Care, or Step-Down patient populations
Prior travel nursing experience in a high-acuity academic or teaching hospital environment
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work at a Magnet®-designated facility recognized as a top-ranked hospital and leading referral and teaching institution
Gain broad critical care experience across a wide range of high-acuity specialty units