Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,444 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 05/04/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Madison, WI | Leading Hospital (13-week) Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin. A leading hospital in Madison, WI seeks experienced Cardiac ICU RN / Critical Care RN for a high-acuity 13-week travel nursing assignment. This Cardiac ICU travel nurse job is ideal for RNs with advanced cardiac, ECMO, and mechanical circulatory support experience who want travel nursing jobs in Madison, WI and Wisconsin healthcare roles. Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,180 - $2,290 Position: Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Cardiac ICU / Critical Care RN Location: Leading hospital in Madison, WI Contract Duration: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 Shift: Rotating Day/Night, 12-hour shifts (07:00–19:30 & 19:00–07:30), every other weekend, some holidays, no call Start Dates: 4/20, 5/4, or 5/18/2026 Job Requirements Minimum 2 years of recent acute care CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience within the last 3 years (critical care RN experience required) Travel RN experience required (prior travel nurse assignments preferred) Wisconsin or compact RN license (must be in hand at submission) AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required Basic Arrhythmia experience required; must pass Telemetry test prior to start Experience and knowledge of NextStage CVVH machine required (CRRT experience preferred) Trauma Level I experience required Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting experience required Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only) Locals (within 50 miles) are not accepted Responsibilities Provide specialized cardiac and cardiothoracic critical care for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgeries, heart and lung transplants, and advanced cardiac medical procedures Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure, including use of CRRT (NxStage), IABP, Impella, HM3 LVAD, ECMO, and Zoll Thermoguard Interpret and manage dysrhythmias, perform 12-lead EKG/ECG, and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips Care for ventilated patients, fresh tracheostomies, and those requiring advanced respiratory support and mechanical ventilation Administer blood products, manage central/PICC lines, and perform procedural sedation following unit protocols Participate in planned and emergent procedures and adapt to changing patient assignments throughout the shift Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams Ensure infection prevention and isolation precautions are followed in a fast-paced ICU setting Deliver compassionate, patient- and family-centered care within a technologically advanced cardiovascular ICU Why join us: Work at a top-ranked hospital in Madison, WI in a supportive interdisciplinary environment with opportunities to expand your cardiac ICU and critical care skills. This travel nurse role offers hands-on experience with advanced circulatory support and transplant-level care in a vibrant Wisconsin community. Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your career as a Travel CVICU Registered Nurse in Madison, WI. 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 470726. 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: CVICU 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. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386