GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ICU Registered Nurse – Cardiothoracic Surgery & Transplant Travel Nursing Jobs in Madison, WI

Advance your critical care nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery & Transplant at a Magnet-designated, nationally ranked hospital in Madison, Wisconsin (53792). This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to work with top healthcare professionals in a high-acuity, dynamic ICU environment. Discover Madison’s vibrant culture, scenic lakes, and welcoming community while providing expert care to patients needing advanced cardiac and thoracic support.

ICU Nurse Job Details

• Location: Madison, WI 53792 (Wisconsin nursing jobs)
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Shifts: Rotating 12-hour shifts (Day: 07:00–19:30 / Night: 19:00–07:30), every other weekend, some holidays required
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2200–$2260
• Unit: Cardiothoracic Surgery & Transplant ICU (27 beds, average daily census 26)
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics
• Orientation: Approximately 24 hours (about 1 week)
• Local Rule: Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility (locals not accepted)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact state nursing license (required for travel nurse jobs in Wisconsin)
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care ICU RN experience within the last 3 years (CVICU experience required)
• Experience with NextStage CVVH machine
• Epic EMR experience (preferred within last 12 months)
• Basic arrhythmia interpretation and telemetry skills (must pass Telemetry test prior to start)
• BLS & ACLS certifications (American Heart Association only)
• Previous travel nurse experience
• Trauma Level I ICU experience
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide expert, compassionate care to critically ill patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgery, heart and lung transplants, and advanced cardiac procedures
• Operate and manage advanced critical care equipment: CRRT (NxStage), IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO
• Interpret and manage cardiac rhythms, including telemetry and arrhythmia management
• Administer blood products, titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, and manage ventilated patients
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, social services, rapid response
• Float to other critical care units as needed
• Maintain infection prevention protocols and isolation precautions
• Document patient care using Epic electronic medical records (EMR)
• Participate in planned and emergent procedures, supporting a dynamic ICU environment

Why Choose Madison, WI? Madison is a top destination for healthcare professionals, consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. Enjoy a lively downtown, beautiful lakes, extensive bike trails, and a progressive community while working at Wisconsin’s #1 hospital.

Ready to elevate your ICU nursing career? Apply now to join our collaborative healthcare team in Madison, Wisconsin. Take the next step in your travel nursing journey and make a difference in advanced critical care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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 #438528. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU

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