Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Milwaukee, WI
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,681/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care947 beds
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,141/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,540/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
Qualifications
- Skills Checklist
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
● About Facility:
o Milwaukke, WI
o Level II Trauma Center
o Level III NICU
o Magnet Designated
o Comprehensive Stroke Center
o Beds: 933
● Unit Information:
o Beds: 30
▪ Census? Average patients/day?
o Minimum Years of Experience required? 3 years of ICU experience with 1-year CVICU experience
● Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
o Cardiac: Immediate post-op CABG, TAVR/TMVR, valve repairs/replacement, heart transplants, Pacemakers (epicardial, transvenous)
o Thoracic surgeries: Fresh post op esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, lobectomy
o Vascular: Fresh post-op AAA, TVAR, carotid endarterectomy
● Patient Ratios:
o RN: 1:1, 1:2 if regular ICU status, 1:3 mixed status
o Tech: 1:8-10
● Required License, National Certification, Certs:
o BLS, ACLS
● Skills required:
o Competent in invasive line monitoring (Swan Ganz, a-lines), pacemakers (epicardial, TV), chest tubes, cardiac medications (inotropes, vasopressors, sedation/paralytics), ventilator/trach management, cardiac rhythm interpretation
o RN draw out of invasive lines; not allowed to do peripheral sticks
o EPIC experience
o Prefer travelers with specific CV surgical experience (ECMO, CVVH, IABP, VAD)
● Support within the Department:
o Charge nurse, rarely with patient assignment
o HUC 24/7
o Dedicated CVICU Intensivist 24/7
o CT Surgeon on call 24/7
o Hospitalist onsite 24/7
o General Intensivist 24/7
o ICU Designated RT 24/7
o Bedside/nurses station telemetry monitoring, no tele tech
o Phlebotomy to assist with peripheral blood draws
● Technology/Equipment:
o EMR: EPIC
o IV Pump: Alaris
o Med dispensing: Pyxis
o Monitors: GE
o Unit specific equipment:
● Floating: If yes, where?
o ED Holding (board patients waiting for an inpatient bed)
o Other ICU’s (MRICU, SICU, CICU, Neuro ICU)
o MSU (Ratio-1:3)
o Sitter
o PACU Surge
● Scheduling:
o Weekend rotation: Every third
o On call? No
o Holiday Expectations: 1-2 per contract
o Shift times: 0700-1900 or 1900-0700
o Schedule cycle: 6-week schedule. Will receive 1-2 weeks prior to schedule beginning
o AAH adheres to a “fatigue policy” where all staff, including travelers, cannot work more than 60 hours in a week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts.
● Other notes:
o Scrub Color: Any solid color, professional. No graphics, logos, or designs
o Parking: Free
▪ Day: 1-2 block, has shuttle service
▪ Nights: Attached parking structure
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Facility
Aurora Saint Luke's Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Aurora Saint Luke's Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 947 beds
Employer
LanceSoft
125 nurses recommend working with LanceSoft
Pros
They were really quick about getting me a contract.
Cons
Staff constantly switched. My documents weren't sent to the school, resulting in a months lost pay. It is IMPOSSIBLE to get on touch with anyone to answer questions. I have been attempting to reach them for over a month with absolutely no response! They lose paperwork (tests, immunizations, background checks and fingerprints) resulting in even more lost work.
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Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Milwaukee, WI
About
Milwaukee is the biggest city in Wisconsin and sits along the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. While it’s famous for its brewing traditions, with famous beer giants like Pabst and Miller based here, there's much more to do than enjoy a cold one. Milwaukee is a town that knows how to have fun, with a thriving music and art scene and the host of dozens of festivals every year. Summerfest is the biggest of all, spanning three weekends and boasting hundreds of acts at Henry Maier Festival Park on the lakefront. The East Downtown area slings the lake, and the Milwaukee River is the place to be when the sun is out, with visitors and locals enjoying days at the beaches, browsing art galleries, picnics in the parks, dining and entertainment.
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