Job Description

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/22/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float

 

A facility in Madison, WI is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Critical Care Float team in Madison, Wisconsin. This is a 13-week travel contract with a start date of September 22, 2025 .

As a crucial member of our team, you'll float between various critical care units, including the Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Burn ICU, Trauma, and Intermediate Care/Progressive units, providing exceptional patient care in a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet®-designated hospital.

 

Job Details

• Location: Madison, WI
• Profession: Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Critical Care Float
• Job Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
• Float Requirements: Required to float to multiple critical care and intermediate units. Travelers are the first to float.
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend (6-7 weekend shifts per contract)
• Patient Ratio: 1:3 (Days/Nights)
• Orientation: 36 hours of paid orientation.

 

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 2 years of recent acute care experience within the last 3 years in a critical care setting.
  • Previous experience in multiple ICU units is required (Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic, Burn ICU, Trauma Surgery, etc.).
  • Required experience in a Level I Trauma Center.
  • Must have experience working with adult patient populations.
  • Successfully completed at least one 13-week travel assignment.
• Charting System:
  • EPIC experience is required , with a preference for experience within the last 12 months.
• Licensure & Certifications:
  • Active Wisconsin or Compact State RN license.
  • ACLS and BLS certifications are required through the American Heart Association (AHA) ONLY.
• Skills:
  • Required Skills:
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
    • Starting IVs, central line care, and PICC line management
    • Ventilator Management, high-flow nasal cannula, and BiPAP/CPAP assistance
    • Titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
    • Administering continuous IV sedation and emergency medications
    • CVA/Acute Stroke management and traumatic brain injury care
    • Infection prevention and isolation precautions
    • Experience with arterial lines, blood product administration, and phlebotomy.
• Pre-Employment Testing:
  • A telemetry exam is required prior to starting. A passing score of 80% or higher is needed, with 100% identification of lethal rhythms (Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole) and no incorrect answers on questions regarding 3rd-degree heart blocks. You will have two attempts to pass.

Facility Details

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Required
• Flu Vaccine: Required (medical/religious exemptions only)

JOB ID: 2998730

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Long term contract, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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