IMC Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: IMC Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in Intermediate Care (IMC) units: Acute Med/Progressive Care and Thoracic units.
• Shift: Day/Evening, 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM), Monday through Friday with every other weekend and some holidays required.
• Units require Telemetry oncology, cardiac, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown experience.
• Ventilator and transplant patient care experience required.
• Must pass a Telemetry test prior to start.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
• Minimum of 1 year of Intermediate Care experience within the last year
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with ventilator patient care
• Experience with transplant patient care
• Telemetry experience

Certifications & Testing

• Telemetry test (Adult Telemetry Test) must be completed and passed before starting.
• Telemetry test is assigned via LMS (WorkRamp), with strict passing criteria:

  • 80% overall score
  • 100% in lethal rhythms subcategory
  • Correct answers on all 3rd degree heart block questions
• Candidates have up to 3 attempts with remediation required after the 2nd failed attempt. Failure after 3 attempts results in contract cancellation.
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be current and renewed according to facility policy.

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background check within 90 days prior to start, including SSN trace and nationwide sex offender search.
• Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check (BID form) and Caregiver Screening required.
• Education verification as applicable (RN diploma or degree verification).
• Drug screening required per standard clinical candidate policy.
• Physical exam recommended to meet agency standards (not facility required).

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol.
• Annual TB questionnaire required.
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titers required; medical or religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation.
• Varicella vaccination or positive titer required; medical or religious exemptions accepted.
• Hepatitis B vaccination series or documented declination required for direct patient care providers.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season (September to April).
• Other vaccines (e.g., Meningococcal) required if working in specific departments (not applicable here).

Additional Requirements

• Photo for badge must be submitted prior to start (passport-style, no selfies or headwear except for religious/medical reasons).
• Signed acknowledgment of orientation safety manual and pass/fail telemetry testing required.
• Employment application and annual skills checklist required.
• Two clinical references within the last 3 years required per agency standard.

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position in Madison, WI, offers a 13-week contract in Intermediate Care units with a focus on telemetry oncology, cardiac, and progressive care patients. Candidates must have relevant telemetry and ventilator experience, hold a Wisconsin or compact RN license, and current BLS/ACLS certifications. Passing a rigorous telemetry test prior to starting is mandatory. Compliance with background checks, immunizations, and facility-specific documentation is required. The role involves 12-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, with some weekend and holiday coverage.