CVICU Registered Nurse
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - CVICU

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

Work Schedule

• 12-hour shifts
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Some holidays required
• No on-call duties

Unit & Specialty

• Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Experience with Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable areas preferred
• Basic Arrhythmia experience required
• Must pass a Telemetry test prior to start

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
• Minimum of 1 year of CVICU experience, with recent experience within the last year
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Testing & Competency Requirements

• Telemetry test (Adult or Pediatric depending on unit) with strict passing criteria:

  • Minimum 80% overall score
  • 100% in lethal rhythms subcategory
  • 100% on 3rd degree heart block questions
• Candidates allowed up to 3 attempts with remediation required after 2nd failure
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 90 days prior to start, including all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check (BID Form) mandatory and time-sensitive
• Education verification as applicable
• Drug screening required to meet standard clinical candidate requirements
• Physical exam recommended to meet agency standards (not facility-mandated)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Tuberculosis (TB) testing: IGRA blood test or two-step skin test with documentation
• Annual TB Questionnaire required
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): 2 doses or positive titers; medical/religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation
• Varicella: 2 doses or positive titer; medical/religious exemptions accepted
• Hepatitis B vaccination series with positive titer or facility-specific declination form if declined
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season (09/22 – 04/13)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination proof required
• Meningococcal vaccine or declination required if working in Microbiology department

Documentation & Orientation

• Photo for badge (passport-style, no selfies or headwear except for religious/medical reasons)
• Signed acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual and Pass/Fail Telemetry Testing
• Employment application and annual skills checklist required
• Two clinical references within the last 3 years (agency standard)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• No call responsibilities
• Facility requires strict adherence to testing and certification renewal deadlines

This position is ideal for experienced CVICU Registered Nurses with strong telemetry and critical care skills, looking for a 13-week travel contract in Wisconsin with a reputable healthcare facility.