Burn ICU RN
Madison, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,280/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The healthcare organization is seeking an experienced inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Burn for a position located in Madison, Wisconsin. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of orientation. This role involves working evening and night 12-hour shifts, including every other weekend and some holidays, on an acuity adaptable ICU unit that provides care for adult and pediatric patients with complex burns and wounds. The nurse will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate critical care, supporting the facility's status as a designated Trauma Center and Burn Center.
Job Details:
- Location: Madison, WI
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Burn
- Shift Schedule: Evening/Night, 12 hours shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, with every other weekend and some holidays
- Required Qualifications: Two years of acute care experience within the last three years in the ICU Burn specialty, Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license, ACLS and BLS certifications, PALS certification (preferred), must pass strict pass/fail telemetry exam prior to start
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Burn Intensive Care Unit (Burn ICU), Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU), Surgical ICU or Trauma ICU, and management of complex wounds or burns
- Responsibilities: Managing ports and arterial lines, assisting with chest tube procedures, ventilator management, administering emergency medications, interpreting arterial blood gases, managing dysrhythmias, supporting patients with multisystem organ failure, performing procedures such as phlebotomy and PICC line management, and providing specialty ICU care for burn and trauma patients
- Certifications Needed: ACLS, BLS, PALS (or eligible)
- Minimum Experience: 2 years of recent acute care experience in the ICU Burn specialty
- Additional Information: Must pass Telemetry test before starting, pass/fail testing with strict criteria, and complete a telemetry exam with two attempts allowed. The role requires float as needed within the unit.
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
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
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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