Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Madison, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,450/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves providing highly specialized, family-centered care to critically ill and injured children in a state-of-the-art pediatric ICU setting. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day and must demonstrate strong Pediatric ICU experience, including at least one year of cardiovascular (CV) experience. The position offers an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team in a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center with a focus on complex medical and surgical cases.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am, Monday through Friday with every other weekend and some holidays required.
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license, a minimum of two years of acute care experience within the last three years in the specialty, and at least one year of Pediatric ICU experience with strong cardiac (CV) background. Certifications required include Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Experience with EPIC electronic health record system is necessary.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Level II high acuity hospital settings, familiarity with intensive procedures such as ECMO, CRRT, and VAD, and prior charge nurse experience are preferred.
- Float: May be required to float to NICU and general care units as needed.
- Additional Information: Candidates must pass strict telemetry and cardiac interpretation tests prior to starting. A comprehensive orientation of 36 hours is provided. The unit cares for a diverse patient population including neonates, infants, children, and adolescents, with an average daily census of 18 patients.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
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You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Madison, WI
About
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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