Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,372 per week in Madison, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Location: Madison, WI
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,372 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 7/6/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified CVICU RN in Madison, Wisconsin, 53792!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (19:00 - 07:30) Experience: CVICU experience required Experience and knowledge of NextStage CVVH machine required 2 years of charge experience preferred License: RN license required Certifications: AHA BLS ACLS Basic Arrhythmia experience required Must-Have: Telemetry test must be passed before starting. Description: Evening/Night shifts from 19:00 to 07:30, with every other weekend and some holidays, no call. Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable areas preferred. The unit specializes in the care of patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgeries, heart and lung transplants, and cardiac medical care. Daily census of around 26 patients with 27 private rooms capable of ICU-level care. Nursing teams typically consist of 2 Care Team Leaders and 16 RNs in direct patient care assignments. Patient assignments generally involve caring for 1-2 patients, but may increase to 3 under certain conditions. The nursing unit is dynamic, with frequent changes in patient assignments as patients are admitted or discharged. Staff are supported by interdisciplinary teams including IV teams, physical therapy, and pharmacy services. Required skills include managing and accessing ports, arterial line management, and care of ventilated patients. Knowledge of CRRT, IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO, and experience with various cardiac devices is necessary. Staff are expected to ensure care meets both patient and family needs, providing specialized attention for complex cases. Telemetry exam is required before starting the position with strict pass/fail criteria. Travelers must float as needed based on staffing requirements.

About Cynet Health

Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

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