Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $3,743 per week in Madison, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Location: Madison, WI
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $3,743 per week
Shift Information: 4 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 12/14/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified CVICU RN in Madison, Wisconsin, 53792!

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU – Wisconsin

Start Date: December 14, 2026

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Evening/Night shifts, 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, every other weekend, some holidays, no call required. Four 12-hour shifts per week available. Blocked weekend scheduling options available based on preference.

Highlights:

• Join a 27-bed Cardiothoracic ICU caring for cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplant, and cardiac medical patients in a Magnet-designated, Trauma Level I facility
• Patient ratio of 1-2 patients (occasionally 3 general care patients when acuity is low); 24 hours of orientation provided
• Work with a dynamic team including 2 Charge RNs, 1 Rapid Response Nurse, 16 direct care RNs, and comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, and Pharmacy
• Epic charting system; experience with NxStage CVVH machine required
• Care for patients post-CABG, valve repair/replacement, LVAD, heart and lung transplants, thoracic surgery, and complex cardiac conditions
• Access to advanced technology including CRRT, IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO, and Zoll Thermoguard equipment

Requirements:

• Active RN license in Wisconsin or Compact state
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in CVICU required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of NxStage CVVH machine required
• Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or Acuity Adaptable area strongly preferred
• Must successfully pass telemetry examination prior to start date with strict passing criteria: 100% identification of lethal rhythms, no incorrect answers on 3rd degree heart blocks, and 80% overall passing score
• Proficiency in Epic charting required
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Must reside 50 miles or more from facility

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a premier Magnet-designated academic medical center ranked as Wisconsin's top hospital and recognized as one of the nation's leading teaching institutions. You'll be part of an exceptionally well-supported team with dedicated charge nurses, rapid response resources, and comprehensive interdisciplinary collaboration, all while caring for a diverse and complex patient population utilizing cutting-edge cardiac and transplant technologies. The unit's commitment to both technological excellence and compassionate patient-centered care creates an ideal environment for professional growth and meaningful clinical impact.

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
• CVICU
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• ICU
• PALS
• RN - Cardiovascular ICU Self-Assessment
• RN - Pharmacology A
• RN – Cardiovascular ICU A

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