Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $3,561 per week in Madison, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Madison, WI
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $3,561 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/9/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Madison, Wisconsin, 53792!

Job Opportunity – Critical Care Registered Nurse – Wisconsin

Start Date: November 9, 2026

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Evening/Night shifts, 8 or 12-hour shifts (1900-0730), with every other weekend and some holidays. Flexible scheduling available with 4x12 option for interested candidates.

Highlights

• Work at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center ranked #1 in Wisconsin
• Autonomy and variety across multiple critical care settings including Neuro ICU, Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, Trauma Surgery, Medical Surgical ICU, and Progressive Care units
• Academic learning environment with robust interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
• Patient ratio of 1:3 for days and nights with block scheduling available
• Epic EMR system with comprehensive orientation (28 hours)
• Shared governance structure supporting professional development and nurse autonomy

Requirements

• Active Wisconsin RN license or Compact State RN license
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (American Heart Association only)
• Minimum 5 years of acute care RN experience, with at least 2 years within the last 3 years in critical care specialty
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Must demonstrate competency in multiple ICU specialties (Neuro, Cardiac, Burn, Trauma, Medical/Surgical)
• Strong arrhythmia interpretation skills; must pass pre-start telemetry examination with 80% or higher (100% accuracy required on lethal rhythms)
• NIHSS and TNCC certifications preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must reside more than 50 miles from facility

Required Clinical Skills

Candidates must demonstrate expertise in high-acuity critical care including:

• Ventilator management and care of ventilated patients
• Hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, CVP, pulmonary artery catheters)
• Advanced cardiac care (IABP, Impella, post-cardiac surgery, dysrhythmia management)
• Vasoactive and cardiac drip titration
• CRRT/CVVHD (Nextstage platform)
• Neurological critical care (ICP monitoring, EVD, post-craniotomy, TBI management)
• Blood product administration and IV medication protocols
• BiPAP/CPAP and High Flow Nasal Cannula management
• Central line care, PICC management, and port access
• Burn ICU experience preferred
• ECMO experience preferred

Patient Population

Adult and geriatric populations across critical care, intermediate care, and progressive care settings. High-acuity patients requiring comprehensive critical care interventions and multisystem organ support.

Why It's a Great Opportunity

Join one of the nation's premier academic medical centers and Wisconsin's top-ranked hospital. This position offers exceptional professional growth in a Magnet-certified environment where you'll work alongside leading specialists and educators. You'll have the unique opportunity to develop expertise across multiple critical care specialties while providing life-saving care to a diverse patient population in a supportive, collaborative culture that values nursing excellence and shared governance.

Additional Information

Floating to multiple critical care units is required based on facility needs. Orientation includes comprehensive competency validation and unit-specific training. Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available including public transit and park-and-ride services. Block scheduling available to accommodate work-life balance preferences. Weekend requirement: 6-7 shifts per contract period.

About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• Critical Care
• PALS
• RN - Pharmacology A
• RN – Cardiac Care Unit Assessment B
• RN – Cardiac Care Unit Assessment Self

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