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PICU | RN

Planet Healthcare
Madison, WI Temporary
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
PICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Madison, WI

Advance your nursing career as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse with a travel contract in Madison, Wisconsin (53792). Join a leading Magnet-designated children’s hospital recognized for its state-of-the-art pediatric care, multidisciplinary healthcare team, and commitment to clinical excellence. Madison offers vibrant culture, scenic lakes, and a welcoming community—making it a top destination for travel nursing jobs in Wisconsin.

PICU RN Travel Job Details

  • Job Title: PICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse
  • Location: Madison, WI 53792 (Wisconsin healthcare jobs)
  • Facility: Pediatric medical and surgical center, Level One Pediatric Trauma Center, Level IV NICU
  • Contract Type: Travel nursing assignment
  • Start Date: November 17, 2025
  • End Date: February 16, 2026
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2290 - $2350
  • Shift: Day/Evening, 12-hour shifts (7:00am – 7:30pm), Monday-Friday, every other weekend & some holidays
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Unit: Pediatric ICU (PICU), includes CVPICU patients
  • Patient Population: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents
  • Parking: Permit required; alternative transportation available

PICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in PICU or CVICU at a high-acuity hospital (within last 3 years)
  • Strong pediatric intensive care and cardiac nursing experience required
  • Epic EMR experience required (within past 12 months preferred)
  • Basic arrhythmia and telemetry experience required; must pass telemetry test prior to start
  • Active Wisconsin RN license or compact state nursing license (must be in hand at submission)
  • BLS and PALS certifications (American Heart Association only)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from Madison facility (travel nurse eligibility)
  • Ability to float to NICU and general care units as needed
  • Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
  • Pass/fail telemetry exam required prior to start

PICU RN Responsibilities

  • Deliver comprehensive, family-centered care to critically ill or injured pediatric patients in a 21-bed PICU
  • Care for patients with acute head injuries, neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplantation, multi-system organ failure, and ECMO
  • Perform advanced nursing procedures: arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, CRRT, VAD, ECMO, and more
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: IV, respiratory, physical therapy, pharmacy, radiology, social services, rapid response
  • Float to NICU and general care units as needed based on staffing requirements
  • Participate in weekend and holiday rotations as part of the travel RN assignment
  • Maintain infection control and PPE standards in accordance with hospital policy
  • Complete required orientation and maintain telemetry competency exams

Explore rewarding PICU nursing jobs in Madison, WI—a city renowned for its natural beauty, thriving arts scene, and supportive healthcare community. Apply now to join our dedicated pediatric healthcare team and make a difference in children’s lives!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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.

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