Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

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.

• 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 Next Stage CVVH machine required.
• Certifications:
  
  ACLS, BLS.
• Skills:
  
  Managing arterial lines, chest tube insertion/removal, ventilator management, CVVH, IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO, Telemetry interpretation, and cardiac rhythm analysis. Additional expertise in managing complex cardiac devices and procedures is 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.

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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 . 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus