Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,230 per week
Specialty: CVICU | Discipline: RN | Duration: 13 weeks | Hours: 36 hours per week | Shift: 12 hours | Employment Type: Travel
About the role
The Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CV) specialty position is located at a prominent healthcare facility in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves providing comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients requiring advanced cardiovascular and thoracic surgical interventions, including heart and lung transplants, CABG, valve repair/replacement, and management of various cardiac and respiratory conditions. The position demands skilled, adaptable nursing professionals capable of managing a wide range of acuity levels in a dynamic ICU environment.
Schedule
- Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift
- Minimum of 36 hours per week
- Assignment starts 09/28/2026 and ends 12/28/2026
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized ICU care for complex cardiac and thoracic cases
- Respond to emergent procedures
- Support interdisciplinary teams
- Manage advanced cardiovascular equipment such as CVVH, Impella, IABP, ECMO, and continuous IV sedation/neuromuscular blockade
- Interpret specialized cardiac rhythms
- Manage arterial lines, chest tubes, blood products, ventilators, and CVP
Requirements
- Wisconsin or compact registered nurse (RN) license
- ACLS and BLS certifications
- At least 2 years of recent acute care experience, including CVICU
- Telemetry testing clearance
- Experience with advanced cardiovascular equipment (e.g., CVVH, Impella, IABP, ECMO)
- Must pass strict telemetry and cardiac rhythm identification exams prior to assignment start
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cardiothoracic surgery patients
- Post Cardiac Surgery care experience
- Familiarity with Epic charting system
- Inpatient RN experience in high-acuity settings
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
Pay
Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Cross Country Nurses
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.