Travel Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Pediatric ICU
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU position requiring strong PICU and cardiovascular experience, with night shifts and Epic charting proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) of a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
• Care provided to critically ill pediatric patients with complex medical and surgical problems, including acute head injuries, critical neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplant, multi system organ failure, and ECMO
• 21-bed, Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU environment
• Night shifts are 3x12 hours weekly, 7:00pm to 7:30am, with every other weekend and some holidays required
• Floating is mandatory, with travelers assigned to multiple units or different locations as needed
• Epic EMR is used, and recent experience is required
• Basic arrhythmia and telemetry monitoring required, with a telemetry exam to be completed pre-start
• Join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team providing family-centered care to critically ill children
• Comprehensive orientation provided, typically one week, with department-specific schedule
• Pass/fail telemetry testing is required prior to start, with strict passing criteria
• First time travelers are accepted if they have at least three years of experience in a high acuity hospital or strong Level II experience
• Holiday coverage is expected according to unit needs
• Permitted RTO generally limited to no more than two weeks per contract; longer requests may adjust contract length
• Magnet-designated hospital environment focused on specialized pediatric care

Requirements

• Active Wisconsin or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and PALS certifications through the American Heart Association are required
• At least two years of acute care inpatient RN experience within the last three years in the specialty
• Strong Pediatric ICU background and at least one year of recent cardiovascular ICU experience required
• Basic arrhythmia interpretation skills and successful completion of telemetry exam prior to start
• Epic EMR proficiency required, with experience within the past 12 months preferred
• Travelers must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts