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

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit – Wisconsin

Start Date: September 14, 2026

Location: Wisconsin

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour day and night shifts (0700-1930 and 1900-0730), every other weekend and some holidays, no call required

Highlights:

• Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU with 27-bed acuity-adaptable unit specializing in CABG, valve repair/replacement, heart and lung transplants, LVAD, and complex cardiac medical patients
• Patient assignments typically 1-2 patients based on acuity; 2-3 patient ratio when lower acuity
• Epic charting system with 24 hours of orientation provided
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, physical therapy, and dedicated unit secretaries
• Dynamic environment at a Magnet-designated, Trauma Level I facility recognized as a leading teaching institution and referral center
• Advanced technology including CRRT (NxStage), IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO, and specialized monitoring equipment

Requirements:

• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact state license
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience within the last 3 years in CVICU specialty
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• CVICU experience required; Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable area experience preferred
• Experience and knowledge of NxStage CVVH machine required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Proficiency with Epic charting system required
• Must successfully pass pre-assignment telemetry examination with strict passing criteria (100% accuracy on lethal rhythms, 80% overall passing score)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required; Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must reside 50 miles or more from the facility
• Floating to other units as needed required

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a nationally recognized Magnet-designated facility known for excellence in cardiovascular care and surgical innovation. This 27-bed CVCT ICU provides a supportive team environment with two charge nurses and a dedicated rapid response nurse on each shift, ensuring you have the resources needed to deliver exceptional care to complex cardiac and thoracic surgery patients. You'll work with cutting-edge cardiac technology while making a meaningful impact on patients undergoing life-saving procedures including heart and lung transplants, advanced cardiac interventions, and complex cardiovascular surgeries.