Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,325 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel assignment in Madison, Wisconsin. The ICU specializes in high-acuity cardiac care including post-surgical and transplant patients, requiring skilled CVICU nursing and rapid decision-making.

The role emphasizes complex device management (CVVH, LVAD, ECMO) and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license (WI or compact) required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute cardiovascular care experience.
• Experience with CVVH and NextStage CVVH machine required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for adult and geriatric CVICU patients.
• Deliver advanced cardiovascular care using technology and monitors.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.
• Support emergent and planned procedures in a high-acuity unit.

Skills

Arterial lines

Chest tube

Ventilator management

CVVH

IABP

Impella

LVAD

ECMO

Telemetry interpretation

Cardiac rhythm

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
• CVICUDiscipline:
• RNStart Date:
• 10/12/2026Duration:
• 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift:
• 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type:
• Travel

Job Summary

Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular registered nurse (RN) position available in a high-acuity cardiac and thoracic surgical unit. The role involves providing specialized care for adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac conditions, including post-surgical and transplant cases, in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The RN will deliver advanced cardiovascular care utilizing a range of technology and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours each shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license (WI or compact), ACLS certification, BLS certification, and at least 2 years of recent acute care experience in a cardiovascular intensive care setting. Experience with CVVH (continuous veno-venous hemofiltration) and knowledge of NextStage CVVH machine required.

Certifications

• ACLS
• BLS

Skills

• Managing arterial lines
• Chest tube insertion/removal
• Ventilator management
• CVVH
• IABP
• Impella
• LVAD
• ECMO
• Telemetry interpretation
• Cardiac rhythm analysis
• Additional expertise in managing complex cardiac devices and procedures (preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of recent inpatient RN experience in acute cardiovascular care.

Additional Information

The unit cares for patients with diagnoses such as CABG, valve repair/replacement, aneurysms, LVAD, heart and lung transplants, STEMI, NSTEMI, and cardiogenic shock. Responsibilities include supporting emergent and planned procedures, managing high-tech equipment, and providing comprehensive bedside care within a multidisciplinary team that includes care team leaders, rapid response nurses, and nursing assistants. Travelers should be prepared to pass a telemetry interpretation exam with strict scoring criteria prior to start. The assignment includes floating responsibilities as needed, with the local rule requiring candidates to be within 50 miles of the facility.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits
• Cross Country Job ID #1317171
• 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/9 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus