Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location

• City: Madison, Wisconsin
• Facility: UW Health University Hospital
• Hospital System: Long Island Community Hospital

Job Details

• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Every other weekend, 1900-0730

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a 29-bed unit specializing in acutely ill adult patients with multiple comorbidities and hemodynamic instability.
• Care for specialty populations including patients with Cystic Fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, and post-lung transplant.

Patient Ratios

• General Care: 1:4
• Intermediate Care: 1:2

Requirements

Experience

• Must have at least two years of acute care experience within the last three years in the specialty of Registered Nursing.
• Experience in an Academic Level I or II trauma center or a similar size hospital is required.

Licensure and Certification

• Must possess a valid Wisconsin nursing license or a compact license from the permanent address state.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association is mandatory.
• Basic Arrhythmia experience is required; candidates must pass a telemetry test prior to starting.

Additional Requirements

• Permanent address must be within 50 miles of the assigned work site.
• Travelers may float to other units based on staffing needs.

Compliance and Documentation

• Background Check: Required within 90 days prior to start.
• Health Documents: Various health documents including TB tests, immunizations, and drug screening are required.
• Certifications: Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and competency exams may be required based on unit description.

Facility Information

• UW Health University Hospital is a Magnet®-designated facility and ranked as Wisconsin’s #1 hospital, recognized as a leading teaching institution and referral center.

Transportation

• Parking permit required for onsite parking; alternative transportation options available.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly regarded healthcare facility while providing critical care to patients in need.