Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Facility Type: Neuro ICU, 18-bed critical care unit specializing in neuro diagnoses (stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, surgical resections, trauma)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Evening/Night shifts
• 12-hour shifts (1900-0730)
• Every other weekend and some holidays

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years
• Experience with ICP or ventric
• Basic Arrhythmia experience required (must pass Telemetry test prior to start)
• Epic experience required, preferably within the last 12 months
• Prior travel experience required: Must have successfully completed at least one 13-week travel assignment

Licensure & Certifications

• Wisconsin nursing license or compact license from permanent address state
• BLS & ACLS certifications required (American Heart Association only)
• Telemetry test pass required before starting

Job Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill adult patients with neuro diagnoses
• Perform specialized interventions such as hemodynamic monitoring and hypothermia
• Collaborate with nationally certified physicians and interdisciplinary care team
• Strong critical thinking skills required

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Traveler’s permanent address must be within 50 miles of the work site
• Floating required: may be assigned to multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs
• Magnet®-designated facility, ranked #1 hospital in Wisconsin
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; other transportation options available

Compliance & Documentation Highlights

• Background check within 90 days prior to start, including nationwide and sex offender searches
• Education verification as applicable
• Telemetry testing (Adult and Pediatric) with strict pass/fail criteria and remediation process
• Various health documents required including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • Immunizations: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination), Flu vaccine or approved exemption
  • Drug screening as per facility standards
• State-specific caregiver screening and BID form required for Wisconsin
• Photo for badge required (passport-style, no headwear except religious/medical)

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in a Neuro ICU requiring at least 2 years of recent acute care experience, telemetry competency, and prior travel experience. The role involves critical care nursing for neuro patients with specialized skills and collaboration in a top-ranked Magnet® hospital. Licensure, certifications, and compliance with extensive background and health documentation are mandatory. Floating between units may be required based on staffing needs.