Travel Nurse RN - Manager
Madison, WI
IDR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Interim Unit Manager (NICU)

Madison, Wisconsin
Travel Leadership Contract | 13 Weeks
5x8 Day Shift | 40 Hours Weekly

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Nurse Manager to lead a high-volume Level III NICU. This role carries 24-hour accountability for the unit and requires strong leadership presence, change management experience, and neonatal critical care expertise.

This is a hands-on leadership position supporting clinical operations, mentoring leaders, and driving stability within a unionized nursing environment.

Candidates interested in long-term or permanent opportunities are encouraged to indicate that in their application.

Schedule

• 5x8 Hour Day Shift
• 40-hour workweek
• Exempt leadership position
• 13-week assignment
• On-call as needed

Department Overview

• Level III NICU
• 42-bed unit
• 5,200 deliveries annually
• Neonatal population: 22-week to ~46-week gestation
• Drips administered include epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine
• EPIC EMR

Required Experience

• Previous Interim Leadership experience (minimum 1 completed assignment; 2 preferred)
• Level III or IV NICU experience
• Experience mentoring and developing leaders
• Experience navigating and leading through departmental change
• EPIC experience required
• Comfortable leading in a unionized nursing environment

Required Certifications

• Active Wisconsin RN license
• BLS
• ACLS
• NRP

Leadership Expectations

• 24-hour accountability for NICU operations
• Oversight of patient safety, quality, and staffing
• Partnering with interdisciplinary leadership
• Supporting staff engagement and resiliency
• Driving operational improvements during transition

Important Notes

• Time off prior to late April must be limited to support departmental coverage
• Travel home is allowed but must be less frequent than every weekend
• One supervisory reference required at submission
• Skills checklist must be completed within one year
• COVID and flu vaccination required