Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Madison, WI
Premier Medical Staffing Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,397/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,067/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,330/week
Description
Job Title: Travel RN – CVICU
Location: University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Start Date: 01/12/2026
Orientation Hours: 24
Orientation Location: 600 Highland Ave, Room F8/170 (subject to change)
Parking: Permit required through UW Transportation; other options available (bus, park & ride, private parking)
Trauma Level: I
Charting System: Epic
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Highlights
- Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years acute care within last 3 years
- Specialty: CVICU
- Required Experience:
- CVICU
- NextStage CVVH machine
- Epic (preferred within last 12 months)
- Basic Arrhythmia (must pass telemetry test)
- Preferred Experience: Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable
- Travel Experience: Required
- License: WI or Compact (must be in hand at submittal)
- Certifications: BLS & ACLS (American Heart Association only)
- Vaccines:
- Flu: Required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- COVID-19: Not required
Shift Details
- Schedule: Day/Night, 12-hour shifts (0700–1930 or 1900–0730)
- Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
- Holidays: Some required
- Call: None
- Floating: Travelers float first; may work in multiple units or locations
Additional Requirements
- Telemetry Exam:
- Adult: 100% lethal rhythm ID, no incorrect answers on 3rd-degree block, 80% passing score
- Pediatric: VFib, VTach, asystole, sinus bradycardia, 80% passing score
- Two attempts allowed; third attempt requires cardiac interpretation course
- References: None accepted
- RTO: 6 days MAX
- Competency Renewal: Active telemetry competency required
Unit Details
- Unit: Cardiothoracic Surgery & Transplant (Acuity Adaptable)
- Beds: 27
- Daily Census: 26
- Patient Ratio: 2–3
- Patient Age Groups: Adults, Geriatrics
- Support Services: IV Teams, PT, Respiratory, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response, Pharmacy
- Common Diagnoses: Post-cardiac surgery, heart/lung transplant, advanced cardiac devices
Employer
Premier Medical Staffing Services
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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