CVICU Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – CVICU / Cardiac ICU – Madison, WI

Travel RN – CVICU in Madison, WI: Seeking experienced Critical Care Registered Nurses with 2+ years CVICU experience, ACLS/BLS, and Epic charting for a 13-week travel nursing job at University Hospital.

Join the dynamic Cardiothoracic ICU team at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin (Magnet-designated and ranked #1 in the state). This CVICU travel nurse opportunity places you in a nationally recognized teaching and referral center where you'll care for adults and geriatric patients following complex cardiac and thoracic procedures. Enjoy living in vibrant Madison — lakes, arts, and a supportive healthcare community — while advancing your career as a Cardiac ICU RN.

Job Details – Travel Nursing Job (CVICU)

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,160 - $2,270
• Location: University Hospital, Madison, WI 53792 (Madison, WI travel nursing)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (Travel RN contract)
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: Rotating Day/Night, 3x12-hour shifts (07:00-19:30 & 19:00-07:30), every other weekend, some holidays required
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics
• Unit: Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU – 27 beds (daily census ~26)

Required Qualifications – CVICU / Cardiac ICU Nurse

• Minimum 2 years of acute care CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience within the last 3 years
• Travel nursing experience required (previous Travel RN assignments preferred)
• Wisconsin RN license or Compact RN license (must be in hand at submission)
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Basic arrhythmia and telemetry interpretation experience required
• Experience with NextStage CVVH / CRRT machine required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience required
• Must pass a telemetry test prior to start (see Telemetry Test Criteria below)
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Ability to float to other units as needed

Telemetry Test Criteria: 100% identification of lethal rhythms; no incorrect answers on 3rd degree heart block questions; passing score ? 80%. Two attempts allowed; failure may result in contract cancellation.

Primary Responsibilities – Cardiac ICU / CVICU Travel RN

• Deliver specialized critical care to post-op cardiothoracic surgery patients, heart and lung transplant recipients, and those on advanced circulatory and respiratory support (LVAD, ECMO, IABP, Impella, CRRT)
• Manage complex cardiac conditions: CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic aneurysm/dissection, STEMI/NSTEMI, cardiogenic shock, advanced heart failure, and arrhythmia management
• Perform and assist with procedures including chest tube insertion/removal, arterial line and central line management, and post-cardiac surgery care
• Interpret telemetry and cardiac rhythms accurately and titrate vasoactive and inotropic drips
• Administer emergency medications and manage ventilated patients in a high-acuity ICU setting
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: surgical teams, ICU physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, PT/OT, radiology, and rapid response
• Adapt to changing patient acuity and assignments while maintaining compassionate, patient- and family-centered care

Madison offers a lively downtown, scenic parks, and a supportive healthcare community. This Travel RN CVICU role at University Hospital is an excellent opportunity to grow your critical care skills in a top-tier, Magnet-designated facility.

Apply now: If you are an experienced CVICU / Cardiac ICU Travel RN with the required licenses and certifications, submit your resume and license details today to be considered for this Madison, WI travel nursing job. Join our healthcare team and advance your career in critical care nursing!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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.