Travel BICU ICU RN - $2,398 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Burn ICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Burn ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 22 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 22 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Burn ICU RN for a night shift travel assignment requiring at least two years of recent ICU experience and current Epic proficiency.

Details

• Work in the Burn Intensive Care Unit (BICU) of a hospital setting
• Care for critically ill burn and complex wound patients with a 1:3 patient ratio
• Utilizes Epic charting system
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 1900-0730
• Every other weekend required with some holiday coverage
• Floating required as needed

Requirements

• Active WI RN license or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum two years of acute care ICU experience within the last three years in the specialty
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Trauma Level II experience required; Trauma Level I and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required, ideally within the past 12 months
• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to starting, with strict passing criteria for adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation
• Skilled in IV therapy, central/arterial line and PICC line management, blood product administration, and port access/management
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and airway suctioning
• Experience managing vasoactive and sedation drips, IV insulin protocols, and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Experience with complex wound or burn care and thermoregulation management preferred

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to burn and multisystem organ dysfunction patients in a Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted
• References are not required for consideration
• Must successfully pass a telemetry competency exam prior to starting, with up to two attempts allowed before additional review is required
• Holiday coverage expected as part of the schedule
• Parking permits available through university transportation, with additional public transit options nearby

American Traveler Job ID #P-732984. 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: Travel RN - Burn ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.