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

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU position requiring strong PICU and CV experience, with WI or compact licensure and Epic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 21-bed Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU within a hospital setting
• Care for critically ill pediatric patients with both medical and surgical conditions including neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplants, multi-system organ failure, and ECMO
• Day and night 12-hour shifts, rotating every 3 weeks between days and nights
• Every other weekend and some holidays required
• Travelers are the first to float and may be assigned to multiple units based on staffing needs
• Epic EMR experience is required
• Telemetry skills and the ability to pass a telemetry test prior to starting are mandatory
• Only candidates with a permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility are eligible
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide family-centered care to infants and children
• Must successfully pass all required telemetry and competency exams before starting
• Orientation schedule is department-specific and typically lasts about one week
• Facility is Magnet-designated and houses a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU
• Strict holiday and weekend rotation rules are in effect for this unit
• No local candidates within 50 miles accepted
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options are available
• All references to be excluded from candidate consideration

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license in hand prior to consideration
• Current BLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association
• Minimum two years of acute care RN experience in the specialty within the last three years
• At least one year of strong Cardiovascular ICU experience and substantial PICU experience required
• Basic arrhythmia and telemetry skills required, including passing a telemetry exam prior to start
• Epic EMR experience within the past 12 months is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
• First-time travelers considered with at least three years of experience in high-acuity hospitals or strong Level II experience

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