Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Madison, WI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Pediatric ICU RN opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin — 12-hour nights, CVPICU/PICU experience required. Apply now to join a nationally recognized children's hospital.

Quick Details

• Job Title: Travel PICU RN / Pediatric ICU RN (Night Shift)
• Location: Madison, WI 53792 — Madison, Wisconsin travel nurse job, Wisconsin nursing jobs
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – Aug 3, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:30am), 3 shifts per week
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,290 – $2,410
• Unit: Pediatric ICU (mixed CVPICU & PICU), 25 beds
• Orientation: 36 hours
• Schedule: Every other weekend & some holidays required

Why Join Our Pediatric Critical Care Team

Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital in Madison, WI with a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Ideal for experienced PICU RNs, CVPICU nurses, and travel nurses seeking high-acuity pediatric critical care experience including ECMO, CRRT, and transplant care.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent acute care RN experience in a high-acuity PICU or CVPICU (within the last 3 years)
• Strong pediatric ICU and cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) experience; general cardiac experience required
• Level II trauma required; Level I trauma preferred
• EPIC charting experience required
• Current WI RN or compact RN license (must be in hand at submission)
• AHA BLS and PALS certifications required
• Ability to pass a Telemetry test prior to start (strict pass/fail criteria)
• First-time travel nurses accepted with 3 years of experience in a high-acuity hospital
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered); COVID-19 vaccine not required

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver family-centered, comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients, including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and transplant needs
• Manage and monitor patients requiring advanced therapies such as ECMO, CRRT, VAD, and ventilator support
• Perform and interpret telemetry, arterial blood gases, and manage complex medication regimens (antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, etc.)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and social services
• Float to NICU and general pediatric care units as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC
• Participate in rapid response and code situations as needed
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families

Skills & Search Keywords

• PICU RN, Pediatric ICU RN, Pediatric Critical Care Nurse
• Travel Nurse, Travel RN, Travel PICU
• ECMO RN, CRRT, VAD, Ventilator Management
• EPIC, PALS, BLS, Cardiac Monitoring, Telemetry
• Madison nursing jobs, Wisconsin travel nurse jobs, Madison, WI healthcare jobs

Experience the best of Madison while making a difference in the lives of children and their families. Madison, WI is a vibrant city known for its beautiful lakes, extensive parks and bike trails, and a lively arts and music scene. Home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the city offers a welcoming community, diverse dining options, and a high quality of life. Whether you enjoy outdoor recreation, exploring local farmers' markets, or experiencing cultural festivals, Madison provides an ideal backdrop for both work and leisure. Apply now to be considered for this Travel PICU RN (Night Shift) role in Madison, WI — submit your resume and licensure today.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.