Neonatal ICU Registered Nurse
Madison, Wisconsin
American Family Childrens Hospital

Registered Nurse - NICU

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

Job Summary

Provide care for critically ill newborns and infants in a 26-bed Level III/IV NICU, supporting patients with complex medical and surgical needs. Care includes management of post-op patients, g-tubes, trach/ventilation, and various invasive/noninvasive ventilation modes. Work 12-hour day/night shifts, Monday through Friday, with 2-3 weekends required per 6-week schedule.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Wisconsin
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience with various modes of invasive and noninvasive ventilation
• Basic Arrhythmia experience
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Work Schedule & Floating

• 12-hour shifts (7:00am-7:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am)
• Monday through Friday with 2-3 weekends per 6-week period
• Floating required: may be assigned to multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs

Facility & Location Notes

• Permanent address must be within 50 miles of the primary work site
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available
• Pediatric-focused environment with nationally recognized specialists and Level One Pediatric Trauma Center

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, SSN trace, and caregiver screening per Wisconsin state mandate
• Education verification as applicable
• Completion of pediatric telemetry testing with remediation process if needed
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap vaccination proof
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or titers, with medical/religious exemptions considered
  • Varicella vaccination or titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or declination form
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
• Drug screening per standard clinical requirements
• Physical exam (collected to meet agency standard)
• Signed acknowledgment of safety and orientation materials

Additional Notes

• Two clinical references within the last 3 years required
• Employment application and annual skills checklist required
• Strict testing and certification renewal deadlines apply, with remediation and retesting policies for telemetry exams

This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly specialized pediatric critical care environment with advanced technology and a family-centered care model.