Job Opportunity – Critical Care Registered Nurse – Wisconsin
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Evening/Night shifts, 8 or 12-hour shifts (1900-0730), every other weekend and some holidays. Four 12-hour shifts available for interested candidates. Block scheduling available to accommodate preferences.
Highlights:
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Work in a Magnet-certified, Level 1 Trauma Center ranked #1 in Wisconsin
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Float across multiple ICU specialties including Neuro ICU, Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, Trauma Life Center, Medical-Surgical ICU, and Intermediate Care/Progressive Care units
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Epic charting system with 28 hours of orientation provided
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3:1 patient ratio for both day and night shifts
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Academic teaching environment with opportunities for professional growth and shared governance participation
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Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and more
Requirements:
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Wisconsin RN license or multistate compact license
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BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association only)
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Minimum 5 years of RN experience with at least 2 years of acute care experience in critical care within the last 3 years
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Previous travel nursing experience required
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Level 1 Trauma Center experience required
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Epic charting system experience required
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Competency in multiple ICU specialty areas required
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Must successfully pass telemetry examination prior to start date with strict passing criteria (80% minimum, 100% identification of lethal rhythms)
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NIHSS and TNCC certifications preferred
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Previous charge experience preferred
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Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
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Must reside 50 miles or more from the facility
Clinical Skills Required:
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Advanced arrhythmia interpretation and telemetry monitoring
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Ventilator management and care of ventilated patients
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Hemodynamic monitoring including arterial lines, CVP, and pulmonary artery catheters
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Vasoactive and cardiac drip titration
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Central line and PICC line management
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Blood product administration and IV insulin protocols
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Management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
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Post-cardiac surgery and post-neurosurgery care
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Traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury management
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BiPAP/CPAP and High Flow Nasal Cannula management
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Familiarity with specialized equipment: IABP, Impella, ECMO, external ventricular drains, ICP monitoring
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join an elite team at Wisconsin's premier academic medical center, where you'll have the autonomy and flexibility to work across diverse critical care environments while expanding your clinical expertise. This Magnet-certified facility offers a collaborative, learning-focused culture that supports professional development and evidence-based practice through shared governance. You'll care for a high-acuity adult and geriatric population in a nationally recognized hospital that serves as a leading teaching institution and referral center, making a meaningful impact on the most critically ill patients in the region.
