Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care in Madison, WI

Must pass a telemetry examination prior to start (passing score of 80% or higher; strict criteria apply for lethal rhythm identification and heart block questions; up to three attempts permitted under compliance guidelines). Preferred Experience / Skills Experience across multiple ICU subspecialties such as Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, or Trauma Surgery.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – ICU

Location

Madison, WI | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30) with every other weekend and some holidays required; 4x12 schedule available if preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in an intensive care unit setting, supporting a diverse critically ill patient population
• Float to other units as needed based on staffing requirements
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, including identification of lethal arrhythmias and heart blocks
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across ICU subspecialties including Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic, Burn ICU, and Trauma Surgery environments
• Deliver care to IMC, Progressive, and General care populations as assigned
• Pass a mandatory telemetry/cardiac rhythm interpretation exam prior to start date

Required Qualifications

• Active Wisconsin RN license or valid Compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required – American Heart Association (AHA) only
• Minimum of two years of acute care inpatient RN experience within the last three years in the ICU specialty
• Must pass a telemetry examination prior to start (passing score of 80% or higher; strict criteria apply for lethal rhythm identification and heart block questions; up to three attempts permitted under compliance guidelines)
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates will not be accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience across multiple ICU subspecialties such as Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, or Trauma Surgery
• Familiarity with IMC, Progressive, and step-down care populations
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation skills, including pediatric rhythms

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a Magnet®-designated facility recognized as a leading teaching institution and referral center
• Flexible shift options available, including 3x12 or 4x12 scheduling to fit traveler preferences