Neuro ICU RN
Madison, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,280/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU Neuro) Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves providing specialized critical care to adult patients with neuro diagnoses, including stroke, brain injury, post-surgical neurosurgery, and trauma. Candidates will need to bring their license on the first day. The position requires working rotating day and night shifts, with 8- or 12-hour shifts, and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Location: Madison, WI
- Schedule: Rotating shifts; 8/12 hour shifts from 0700-1930 and 1900-0730; minimum 36 hours per week
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, RN license required; AHA only
- Required Qualifications: RN license, minimum of 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years, experience in charting with Epic, travel experience required, basic arrhythmia experience, ability to pass telemetry test prior to start, and adherence to vaccination requirements (flu vaccine required unless medical or religious exemption applies)
- Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Level II experience, previous charge nurse experience, trauma Level I experience
- Additional Information: Must have experience in ICP or ventriculostomy, including external ventricular drain (EVD) management, and be comfortable with hemodynamic monitoring and specialized procedures such as hypothermia protocols and ICP monitoring. Traveler will be required to pass a telemetry exam in two attempts with strict passing criteria, including identifying lethal rhythms and arrhythmias. The role involves patient populations with neuro diagnoses, including stroke, post-surgical neurosurgery, and traumatic brain injury.
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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