Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,373/weekOverview
- Start Date01/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract) - Madison, Wisconsin
Job Details
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Madison, Wisconsin
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift & Schedule
- Evening/Night shifts
- 12-hour shifts (1900-0730)
- Every other weekend and some holidays
Unit & Patient Population
- Neuro ICU, 18-bed critical care unit
- Care for critically ill adult patients with neuro diagnoses including stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, surgical resections, and trauma
- Unit supports a Comprehensive Stroke Center
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years
- Experience with ICP (Intracranial Pressure) or ventriculostomy care required
- Basic Arrhythmia experience required; must pass Telemetry test prior to start
- Epic electronic health record experience required (preferred within last 12 months)
- Must have successfully completed at least one prior travel assignment of 13 weeks (prior travel experience required)
Licensure & Certifications
- Wisconsin nursing license or compact license from permanent address state
- BLS & ACLS certifications required (American Heart Association only)
- Telemetry test pass required before starting
- Additional certifications may be required based on unit needs
Job Responsibilities
- Provide specialized interventions and procedures such as hemodynamic monitoring and hypothermia management
- Utilize strong critical thinking skills in care of neuro critical patients
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team including nationally certified physicians
- May float to other units or locations as needed during assignment
Location Highlights
- University Hospital in Madison, WI
- Magnet®-designated facility
- Ranked #1 hospital in Wisconsin and a leading teaching and referral center
Additional Requirements & Notes
- Candidate’s permanent address must be within 50 miles of the work site
- Floating is expected; traveler may be assigned to multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs
- Telemetry test and other competency exams must be completed and passed prior to start and updated annually
- Facility requires various background checks, education verifications, and compliance with state-specific mandates
- Immunization and health document requirements include TB testing, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccination or approved exemptions, and others as per facility policy
- Drug screening required per Vaya standards
- Facility-specific forms and acknowledgments must be completed timely
This position is ideal for experienced acute care RNs with neuro ICU or telemetry experience who have prior travel contract experience and are looking for a challenging role in a top-ranked hospital setting.
Employer
Olaro
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Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, located about an hour west of Milwaukee. Frequently listed as one of the best places to live in the United States, this city ranks high in economy, diversity and education. Madison is a young and vibrant Midwestern town and is the home of the University of Wisconsin Madison, a top-ranked public institution. Visitors can’t miss the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol Building, a beautiful historic building located on a strip of land between Lakes Mendota and Monona, or the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, open year-round and boasting over 16 gardens. To really get a feel for this lively city, take a stroll down State Street, with seven blocks of bustling restaurants, beach access and street art.
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