CVICU RN
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,470/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care603 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a Level I trauma teaching hospital requiring CRRT/NextStage CVVH proficiency and a WI or compact RN license.
Details
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting in a Level I trauma teaching hospital
- Patient ratio of 1:2-3
- Day/Night rotation, 3x12-hour shifts (0700-1930 or 1900-0730)
- Every other weekend required with some holiday coverage
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required as needed
- Uses Epic charting system
Requirements
- Active RN license (WI or compact) required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in CVICU
- Epic EMR experience required, within the past 12 months preferred
- Experience and knowledge of NextStage CVVH machine required
- Trauma Level I hospital experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable unit experience preferred
- Must pass a telemetry exam with strict criteria prior to start, including 100% identification of lethal rhythms and 80% or higher passing score on adult and pediatric exams
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing for post cardiac surgery, cardiac catheterization, and cardiovascular intervention patients
- Manage complex cardiovascular support devices including IABP, Impella, LVAD/RVAD, and CVVHD/CRRT as needed
- Perform arterial line, central line, and PICC line management along with ventilator care and respiratory support
- Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips and administer continuous IV sedation or paralytics as required
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
- Previous travel experience required
- References should not be included in candidate profiles
Facility
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
4 nurses recommend working with University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
- Short Term Acute Care
- 603 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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