Travel Critical Care Float RN - $2,520 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Critical Care Float Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Neuro ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nursing Job in Madison, WI | 13-Week Assignment Experienced ICU RNs can advance their travel nursing career in a Madison, Wisconsin Neuro ICU caring for complex adult and geriatric patients. Bring your critical care expertise to an 18-bed Neuroscience ICU in Madison, Wisconsin, a vibrant city known for its beautiful lakes, welcoming community, and outstanding educational and cultural opportunities. This on-site travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Neuro ICU RN who is passionate about caring for critically ill adult and geriatric patients with complex neurological conditions, including stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and post-neurosurgical needs. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130-$2,250 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract Start Date: October 26, 2026 End Date: January 25, 2027 Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour nights Shift Hours: 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Weekly Hours: 36 Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend, with some holidays Scheduling Options: 4x12-hour shifts and Friday-Sunday block scheduling may be considered Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:2 Additional Requirements: Travelers must float as needed. Candidates living within 50 miles of the assignment location are not eligible. Neuro ICU RN Job Requirements At least 2 years of acute care Registered Nurse experience within the past 3 years, preferably in a Neuro ICU or comparable critical care setting Current Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or a compact state Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications Epic electronic health record charting experience Neurocritical care experience, including intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring or ventricular drainage experience Basic arrhythmia interpretation and telemetry experience Neurosurgery, stroke, or trauma nursing experience preferred Ability to care for both ICU and intermediate-care patient populations Successful completion of a required telemetry examination before the start of the assignment Neurocritical Care Nursing Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill adult and geriatric patients with complex neurological diagnoses Care for patients experiencing ischemic stroke, post-thrombectomy or thrombolysis recovery, subarachnoid hemorrhage, cerebral hemorrhage, status epilepticus, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and post-neurosurgical conditions Monitor and manage patients with external ventricular drains, lumbar drains, intracranial pressure monitoring, and advanced neurological monitoring equipment Provide care for patients following brain tumor resection, aneurysm clipping or coiling, and other neurosurgical procedures Perform hemodynamic monitoring and manage ventilated patients, arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and complex intravenous therapies Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous sedation, neuromuscular blockade, insulin protocols, and other critical care medications according to established protocols Recognize and respond to dysrhythmias, acute neurological changes, and multisystem organ dysfunction Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams to support safe, coordinated patient care Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and promote infection prevention, patient safety, and evidence-based practice Apply now for this Neuro ICU travel nursing opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin, and join a team dedicated to exceptional critical care. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 522547. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. 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