Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Wausau, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,265/weekOverview
- Start Date08/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CV) nurse is needed at a healthcare facility located in Wausau, Wisconsin. This position involves providing specialized critical care for post-operative heart patients, including those experiencing myocardial infarctions, cardiogenic shock, and other cardiovascular emergencies. The nurse will work during night shifts on a 12-hour schedule, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details:
- Position: Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CV) Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications; minimum of 2 years of experience with cardiac patients; skills with Swans, IABPs, and post-operative heart patients; associate degree or certificate of nursing education
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Float: Float to all inpatient units as needed; typically critical care and acute care clusters
- On Call/Call Back Requirements: Call permitted but not required; response time of 1 hour if calling is accepted
- Weekend/Holiday Requirements: Every 2-3 weekends (Friday/Saturday/Sunday) and every other holiday
- Unit Information: 12-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit caring for post-operative heart patients, AMI, cardiogenic shock, induced hypothermia, and basic CICU patients; patient ratios include 2:1 CRRT and 1:1 Impella
- Patient Procedures: Post-op hearts, AMI, cardiogenic shock, cardioversions, line placements, and removals
- Additional Notes: This role requires a resilient, dedicated, and independent professional capable of managing change efficiently. Scrub colors may be any color. GSA hours are not guaranteed during orientation; hours are guaranteed during regular shifts, except during unit-closed holidays.
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.
About Wausau, WI
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Wausau, WI here's what you should know:- Wausau's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Wausau experiences cold winters with average lows around 8°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Wausau, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Wausau is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Wausau has a predominantly white population with a growing Hispanic community.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population being over 65.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wausau offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and national chains.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby natural areas.
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