Posted 09/23/2026 · Job #521586
CVICU | Registered Nurse | 13–Week Travel – Madison, Wisconsin
Job Description
CVICU Registered Nurse Travel Assignment in Madison, Wisconsin
Looking for a CVICU Registered Nurse travel job in Madison, Wisconsin? Join a high-acuity Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and work alongside a collaborative critical care team caring for complex cardiac and thoracic surgery patients in a respected academic medical setting. This travel RN opportunity offers advanced ICU technology, strong interdisciplinary support, and a patient-centered culture in one of Wisconsin’s most vibrant cities.
Job Details
- Position: CVICU Registered Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Setting: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
- Location: Madison, Wisconsin
- Start Date: October 12, 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Schedule: Evening/night shift with every other weekend rotation and some holidays; no call
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,250 – $2,370
- Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
- Unit Setting: High-acuity cardiac and thoracic care
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in Wisconsin or compact state
- Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience in the specialty within the last 3 years
- CVICU experience required
- Experience with Epic charting required
- AHA BLS and ACLS required
- Telemetry testing required prior to start with strict passing criteria
- Experience with NextStage CVVH machine required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Trauma Level I experience required
- Strong critical thinking skills and confidence working in a fast-paced ICU environment
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care to cardiothoracic surgery, transplant, and cardiac medical patients in a Cardiovascular ICU setting
- Monitor and manage patients requiring advanced cardiac support and ICU-level interventions
- Care for patients with CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic dissection, LVAD, heart/lung transplant, STEMI, NSTEMI, and cardiogenic shock
- Perform and support complex therapies including CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Titrate vasoactive and cardiac drips as ordered and respond quickly to rapidly changing patient conditions
- Collaborate with charge nurses, rapid response support, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members
- Deliver compassionate, family-centered care while maintaining a calm and professional presence in a high-acuity unit
- Float as needed based on unit requirements
- Adhere to patient safety, infection prevention, and unit protocols at all times
Why Madison
Madison offers an excellent blend of career growth and quality of life. With scenic lakes, an active downtown, and a strong healthcare community, it’s an ideal destination for nurses seeking travel nurse jobs and advanced critical care experience in Wisconsin.
Apply now for this CVICU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Madison, Wisconsin and take the next step in your critical care nursing career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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