Critical Care Float RN
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Job Opportunity: Critical Care Float - Registered Nurse

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Shift: Evening/Nights, 8 shifts of 12 hours (1900-0730), every other weekend, holiday rotation, no call.
• Work in multiple ICU units including Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic, Burn ICU, Trauma Surgery, etc.
• ICU experience with adult populations is required.
• Must be willing to float and work with IMC/Progressive/General care populations as needed.
• Experience in an Academic Level 1 Trauma Center required.
• Must have successfully completed at least one prior travel assignment of 13 weeks.
• Must have completed two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years.
• Epic electronic health record experience required, preferably within the last 12 months.
• Basic Arrhythmia experience required; must pass Telemetry test prior to start.
• Floating: Travelers may be assigned shifts in multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs.

Required Licensure & Certifications

• Wisconsin nursing license or compact license from permanent address state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association only.
• Telemetry test (Basic Arrhythmia) must be passed before starting.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years acute care experience within last 3 years (highest requirement).
• Prior Travel Experience: Must have completed at least one prior travel contract of 13 weeks.

Facility Highlights

• Magnet® certified hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Academic learning environment with opportunities to grow career.
• Work autonomy and flexibility across various critical care settings (Trauma Life Center, Burn ICU, Neuro ICU, Cardiac ICU).
• Supports Shared Governance model.

Location & Logistics

• Permanent address must be within 50 miles of the primary work site.
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available (bus, park & ride, private parking).

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background check within 90 days prior to start, including multi-location search for past 7 years.
• Monthly monitoring through workforce monitoring systems.
• Education verification as applicable.
• State-specific caregiver screening and BID form required for Wisconsin.
• Drug screening required per standard clinical guidelines.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (annual).
  • TB testing and questionnaire.
  • MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B vaccination or approved exemptions.
  • Other vaccines as applicable (Tetanus, Meningococcal).
• Telemetry testing (Adult and Pediatric as applicable) with strict passing criteria and remediation process.
• Medication and competency exams as applicable.
• Photo for badge and signed safety manual acknowledgment required.

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a top-ranked academic Level 1 Trauma Center in Wisconsin. Candidates must have strong critical care experience, prior travel contract completion, and required certifications. Flexibility to float across multiple ICU and progressive care units is essential. The facility supports professional growth in a Magnet® environment with a focus on shared governance and clinical excellence.

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