Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care - $2,205 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

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 seeks a travel nurse RN for an Intermediate Care Unit assignment in Madison, Wisconsin. The role focuses on critical care for thoracic and cardiac patients, including those on ventilators or post-transplant support.

The IMCU RN will work 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday with every other weekend and some holidays required. Requires ACLS/BLS and Wisconsin RN license with recent acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license and 2+ years in acute care RN experience in the last 3 years.
• ACLS and BLS certifications from American Heart Association required.
• Experience with thoracic/cardiac patients and telemetry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care in a busy IMCU environment.
• Support patients with thoracic and cardiac conditions, including ventilator and transplant cases.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

Skills

RN

ACLS

BLS

Telemetry

Education

Wisconsin RN license

Tools

Epic

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Intermediate Care

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

10/12/2026

Duration:

13 weeks36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, days

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Summary:

Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Registered Nurse located in Madison, Wisconsin. This position involves providing specialized patient care in a busy IMCU environment, supporting patients with thoracic and cardiac conditions, including those requiring ventilator and transplant support. The role demands critical thinking, teamwork, and compassionate nursing practices within a dynamic hospital setting.

Job Details:

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days, Monday through Friday, with every other weekend and some holidays required. Minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications:

Valid Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license or a current compact RN license, with a minimum of 2 years of recent acute care inpatient RN experience in the specialty within the last 3 years. Certifications include ACLS and BLS from the American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with thoracic surgery patients, ventilator management, transplant patients, cardiac telemetry, and experience with electronic medical records systems such as Epic.

Additional Information:

Traveler will be required to pass a telemetry interpretation exam prior to start, with up to two attempts to achieve a passing score of 80% or higher. Prior experience with arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and other specialized procedures is preferred. Candidates must be willing to float as needed and operate within the hospitals interdisciplinary support teams.

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 #1319090.

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 / Intermediate Care UnitAbout 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 24/7 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