Travel CVICU Registered Nurse

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/20/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-week Travel Contract – Madison, WI

Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-week contract in Madison, WI. Ideal for experienced critical care and cardiothoracic RNs with 2+ years CVICU or cardiothoracic surgery experience, Wisconsin RN license (or compact), ACLS & BLS. Apply now to join a Magnet-designated, top-ranked hospital environment in Wisconsin.

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2180-$2290
• Position: Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) / Cardiovascular ICU RN / Critical Care RN
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts (Day: 07:00–19:30, Night: 19:00–07:30); every other weekend and some holidays required
• Employment Type: Travel nursing job / Travel RN
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics (cardiothoracic surgery, heart & lung transplant, advanced cardiac care)
• Unit Size: 27 beds; typical daily census ~26
• Orientation: 24 hours provided
• Parking: Permit required; alternative transportation options available

• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in CVICU or cardiothoracic surgery (Critical Care RN / CVICU RN experience required)
• Experience with Next Stage CVVH machine
• Epic charting experience preferred (within last 12 months)
• Basic arrhythmia interpretation and telemetry skills; must pass telemetry test prior to start
• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license in hand at submission
• BLS & ACLS certifications (American Heart Association only)
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility (travel nurse eligibility)
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered critical care in the CVICU for cardiothoracic surgery, heart and lung transplant, and advanced cardiac medical patients
• Manage complex patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure and advanced mechanical circulatory support (LVAD, RVAD, IABP, Impella)
• Provide care for patients on ECMO and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT/Next Stage CVVH)
• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias, telemetry monitoring, and titration of cardiac drips
• Assist with post-operative care following CABG, valve repair/replacement, aneurysm repair, and thoracic surgery
• Perform and assist with procedures including arterial line and sheath management, chest tube insertion/removal, wound care, and central line care
• Utilize Epic for accurate charting, documentation, and communication with interdisciplinary teams
• Float to other units as needed to support staffing and patient care needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: ICU physicians, perfusion, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, IV therapy, and rapid response
• Adhere to infection prevention, isolation precautions, and hospital safety protocols

Experience a high-acuity CVICU in the vibrant city of Madison, WI. Enjoy a supportive Magnet-designated environment with robust interdisciplinary resources and opportunities for professional growth in critical care and cardiothoracic nursing. Madison offers a lively downtown, scenic lakes, cultural attractions, and a strong healthcare community—making this an excellent travel nursing assignment for experienced CVICU RNs.

Apply now to join our healthcare team. Submit your resume, active RN license, and certifications to be considered for this Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) role in Madison, Wisconsin. Join our critical care team today!

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GHR Healthcare Job . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CVICU

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