Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,323 per week in Madison, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Madison, WI
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,323 per week
Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/9/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Intensive Medical Care Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 hours (07:00 - 19:30) Experience: Minimum 2 years in acute care within the last 3 years License: RN license, either state-specific or compact Certifications: BLS, ACLS Must-Have: Vent and transplant experience Description: This position requires a registered nurse to work in a fast-paced environment. The nurse will provide care to acutely ill surgical and trauma patients. Experience in telemetry oncology, cardiac, and step-down units is essential. A strong proficiency in managing ventilated patients and transplant care is necessary. Candidates must be willing to work 12-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with alternating weekends and some holidays. The role involves an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. Critical thinking and teamwork are vital for success in this position. Nurses will advocate for quality patient care within a collaborative environment. Daily patient ratios are set to 1:4 for general care and 1:2 for intensive medical care. The unit cares for adult patients with multiple comorbidities and hemodynamic instability. Specialty populations include patients diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and pulmonary hypertension. The ability to pass a telemetry test is a requirement before starting the assignment. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent skills in cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation. Experience in an academic level trauma center is strongly preferred. The role includes floating to other units as needed. Travelers will need to meet strict passing criteria for the telemetry exam. This position offers the chance to be part of a leading medical team.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam