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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - NICU

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

Work Schedule

Evening/Night shifts, 12 hours (7:00 pm - 7:30 am)
Monday through Friday
Required to work 2-3 weekends per 6-week scheduling period

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years total NICU III/IV experience
At least 1 full year must be in a Level IV NICU
Experience with post-op patients, g-tubes, trach/vent management
Familiarity with various modes of invasive and noninvasive ventilation

Required Licenses & Certifications

Wisconsin RN license or compact license
BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association (AHA)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA

Required Qualifications & Compliance

Valid RN license in Wisconsin
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience totaling 2 years, including experience within the last year
Minimum 2 years total NICU III/IV experience
At least 1 year of Level IV NICU experience
Experience with post-op patients
Experience with g-tubes
Experience with trach/vent management
Experience with invasive and noninvasive ventilation (various modes)
BLS issued by American Heart Association
NRP certification
Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing
Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication)
State License 1 Verification
NURSYS Verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP)

Competency & Testing Requirements

Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Pediatric Telemetry Test (WorkRamp LMS) required for inpatient pediatric units including NICU
Adult Telemetry Test (WorkRamp LMS) if applicable
Pass/fail testing for EKG/medication knowledge as required
Orientation safety manual acknowledgment
Ongoing monitoring and renewal of certifications per facility policy

Additional Notes

Candidates must complete a photo for badge issuance following specific guidelines
Strict deadlines for completion of required tests and documentation prior to start date
References: 2 clinical references within the last 3 years required (agency standard)
Employment application and annual skills checklist required

Prior Travel Experience

No explicit prior travel experience requirement stated

This position is ideal for experienced NICU Registered Nurses with strong Level IV NICU skills seeking a travel contract in Wisconsin with a reputable healthcare facility.

Facility

American Family Childrens Hospital

4.3rating(12 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with American Family Childrens Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

The city is great spring-fall. The hospital is fast paced and they let travelers take sicker kids, the staff is friendly and helpful, the manager is so sweet.

Cons

The parking situation is awful, either walk for 10 minutes from a satellite lot/garage or pay $15 to park in patient garage (which they started cracking down on). Winter is BRUTAL.

Ashley B

PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care (RN)

Contract Position Jul '24 - Dec '24

Review of American Family Childrens Hospital on Oct 29, 2025

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Madison, WI

About

Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, located about an hour west of Milwaukee. Frequently listed as one of the best places to live in the United States, this city ranks high in economy, diversity and education. Madison is a young and vibrant Midwestern town and is the home of the University of Wisconsin Madison, a top-ranked public institution. Visitors can’t miss the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol Building, a beautiful historic building located on a strip of land between Lakes Mendota and Monona, or the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, open year-round and boasting over 16 gardens. To really get a feel for this lively city, take a stroll down State Street, with seven blocks of bustling restaurants, beach access and street art.

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