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ICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Neuro ICU in Madison, Wisconsin

Travel ICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Madison, WI: bring your critical care expertise to a Magnet-designated academic Neuro ICU with advanced support, collaborative teamwork, and rewarding patient care. Madison offers a welcoming Midwestern setting with convenient amenities, local dining, and access to the area's lakes and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Position: ICU Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Neuro ICU / Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit
• Location: Madison, WI 53792
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
• Schedule: Day and night shifts available; every other weekend required, with some holidays
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130-$2,250
• Unit Size: 18 beds
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Charting System: Epic
• Orientation: Provided prior to start

Job Requirements

• Active RN license in Wisconsin or a compact state
• Minimum 2 years of acute care inpatient RN experience within the last 3 years in the specialty
• ICU experience required; neuroscience or neurosurgery experience preferred
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• Epic charting experience required
• Basic arrhythmia and telemetry knowledge required
• Ability to successfully complete a telemetry exam prior to start
• Experience with critically ill ICU and IMC-level patients
• Strong critical thinking skills and comfort with float expectations as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for critically ill neuro patients with diagnoses including stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and post-neurosurgical conditions
• Monitor and manage complex neurological and hemodynamic conditions in a fast-paced ICU environment
• Perform and assist with specialized interventions such as ICP monitoring, EVD management, lumbar drains, and hypothermia protocols
• Care for ventilated patients and manage therapies including vasoactive drips, sedation, and continuous IV medications
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and support safe, evidence-based patient care
• Float as needed and adapt to evolving patient acuity and unit needs
• Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and excellence in critical care

Apply now for this Travel ICU Registered Nurse job in Madison, Wisconsin, and join a respected Neuro ICU team today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.