NICU RN
Madison, WI
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – NICU Registered Nurse (Level IV) – Wisconsin

Start Date: September 14, 2026

Location: Wisconsin

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Friday through Sunday (7:00am-7:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am), day/night rotation. 4-6 weekend shifts per contract based on unit needs.

Highlights:

• 26-bed Level IV NICU within a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
• Care for the highest acuity neonates including post-operative cardiac, abdominal, and thoracic surgery patients
• Advanced technology including ventilators with NAVA capability, whole body cooling (Arctic Sun), and multiple modes of invasive/noninvasive ventilation
• Patient-and family-centered care model in a Magnet-designated facility
• Epic charting system with 24 hours of orientation provided
• Float opportunities to other pediatric units for patients less than 12 months of age, including PICU

Requirements:

• Active RN license (Wisconsin or compact state)
• Minimum 2 years total NICU Level III/IV experience, with at least 1 full year in a Level IV NICU required (hard stop requirement)
• BLS and NRP certifications (AHA only) - PALS preferred
• Travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Demonstrated competency with post-operative patients, g-tubes, trach/vent management, and various modes of invasive/noninvasive ventilation
• Experience with arterial lines, central lines, UAC/UVC, high-frequency ventilation, therapeutic hypothermia, and complex neonatal diagnoses
• Must pass telemetry exam with strict criteria (80% passing score, 100% identification of lethal rhythms)
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must reside more than 50 miles from facility

Clinical Experience Required:

• Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Neonatal Sepsis management
• Post-cardiac and post-abdominal surgery care
• Ventilator management across multiple modalities (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• High-frequency ventilation and oscillators
• Administration of surfactants, steroids, and IV vasopressors
• Care of neonates with congenital heart disease, neurologic disorders, and metabolic/genetic conditions
• Tracheostomy care and management
• Developmental care and breastfeeding support

Unit Details:

• Daily census: 17 patients in a 26-bed unit
• Patient population: Critically ill neonates requiring advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services
• Common diagnoses include premature infants, congenital heart disease, brain injury/stroke, seizure disorders, and surgical complexities
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, and interpretation services
• Two pre-approved time-off periods available

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a nationally recognized pediatric team at a state-of-the-art Level IV NICU and Level One Pediatric Trauma Center. This Magnet-designated facility offers a warm, healing environment that combines cutting-edge medical technology with a patient-and family-centered care philosophy. You'll work alongside faculty from a prestigious university school of medicine, providing life-saving care to the region's tiniest and most vulnerable patients while advancing your expertise in high-acuity neonatal nursing.