Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,443 per week in Madison, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Madison, WI
Agency: Prime Staffing
Pay: $2,443 per week
Shift Information: Evenings - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/31/2026

About the Position

ID: 64379665 Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30) Description: Cardiac telemetry and PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown experience required. RN license required BLS & ACLS AHA onlyDay/Evening, 12 hour shifts, 7:00am-7:30pm. Monday through Friday with every other weekend required.Traveler will be required to pass Telemetry test prior to being cleared to start Modified 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Mitchell Moon Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 3 Patient Ratio Experience : 4 Charting System Experience : Required Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : Preferred LTAC Experience : Preferred Trauma Level I Experience : Preferred Trauma Level II Experience : Preferred Travel Experience Required : Yes Certifications : ACLS, BLS, WI RN or compact RN licenseSkills : Accessing/Managing Ports*, Arterial line management, BiPAP/CPAP management, Blood Product Administration, Cardiac Telemetry, Central line care/management, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac, Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI)*, Feeding tube care and management, Heparin Protocols, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)*, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Isolation Precautions/PPE, IV insulin protocols, Manage Cardiac drips- no titration, Management of dysrhythmias, MS/Tele, Nasal Cannula, Non-invasive airway management, Oxygen administration, Oxygen tanks, PCA*, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Phlebotomy, PICC line management, Post Cardiac Angiogram, Post MI, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management, Renal failure, Starting and maintaining IVs, Surgical drains*, Telemetry, Telemetry - on the unit monitoring, Telemetry Oncology*, Titration of Insulin drips, TR Band, Tracheostomy care/management, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams, Wound Care/Wound Vac Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : Other Patient Ratios Days : 4 Patient Ratios Nights : 4 Patient Ratios Weekends : 4 Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : True Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : 21-24 pending length of contract Pre-Approved Time Off : two Orientation Hours : 36 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adults Daily Census : 23 Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : 23 Number of Beds : 23 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : Ruling out myocardial infractionsPost-cardiac procedures such angioplasty or stentsArrhythmia managementPost-pacemaker placement or revisionsPost-electrophysiology studies or interventionsHeart failure managementCardiomyopathyFem stopTR bandST segment analysisAdministering vasoactive and other therapeutic medicationsInvasive monitoring, such as arterial blood pressures and central venous pressures Monitoring arterial access sites post-procedure; TR band weaning Special Procedures/Unit Details : Practice at University Hospital in Madison, ranked among the nation s top heart hospitals, and be part of a high-performing cardiac team delivering exceptional outcomes. Thrive in a fast-paced 23-bed cardiac/telemetry unit caring for intermediate and general cardiology patients, supported by central monitors throughout the unit and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. Provide expert care for patients with coronary artery disease, heart failure, and dysrhythmias, including management of titratable vasoactive drips. Partner closely with the Cardiac Cath Lab for pre- and post-procedure care, and collaborate with advanced heart failure teams managing pre-transplant and LVAD patients within a growing, innovative program. Grow with us: beginning this summer, the unit will expand to include external pacemaker management and a broader cardiac surgical population, creating exciting new opportunities to build expertise with advanced cardiac technologies in a high-acuity setting. Join a supportive, team-driven culture that values shared governance, quality improvement, and strong patient education where nurses help one another succeed and patients are active members of the care team. Special Equipment : Traveler will be required to pass Telemetry test prior to being cleared to start. #Tier3 Travel Compliance Floating : Travelers are required to float as needed. Local Rule : 50 miles from the facility. Locals not accepted. Minimum experience : Inpatient RN travelers must have two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty they are submitting to . References : please remove all references. Pass /Fail Testing required with strict passing criteria. A telemetry exam will be required prior to start. The following criteria must be met in two attempts: Adult Exam: 100% identification of lethal rhythms: Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole No incorrect answers on questions regarding 3 rd degree heart blocks [1 incorrect answer will cause failure] Passing score of 80% or higher Pediatric Exam Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole, and sinus bradycardia Passing score of 80% or higher Attempts: Traveler will have two attempts to pass. If the traveler fails the second attempt they will submit a certificate of completion of a cardiac interpretation review course to Vaya before a third attempt will be assigned. If the traveler does not pass after three attempts the assignment will be cancelled. Location: University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792 Parking: Permit required through UW Transportation if parking onsite . Other transportation options are available: bus, park ride, private parking, etc. University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet -designated facility that s ranked Wisconsin s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. Submittal Details: #Tier3 Travel ComplianceFloating: Travelers are required to float as needed.Local Rule: 50 miles from the facility. Locals not accepted.Minimum experience: Inpatient RN travelers must have two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty they are submitting to.References: please remove all Testing required with strict passing criteria.A telemetry exam will be required prior to start. The following criteria must be met in two identification of lethal rhythms: Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystoleNo incorrect answers on questions regarding 3rd degree heart blocks [1 incorrect answer will cause failure]Passing score of 80% or higherPediatric ExamVentricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole, and sinus bradycardiaPassing score of 80% or higherAttempts: Traveler will have two attempts to pass. If the traveler fails the second attempt they will submit a certificate of completion of a cardiac interpretation review course to Vaya before a third attempt will be assigned. If the traveler does not pass after three attempts the assignment will be cancelled.Location: University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792 Parking: Permit required through UW Transportation if parking onsite ; Other transportation options are available: bus, park & ride, private parking, etc. University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet -designated facility that s ranked Wisconsin s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS