Pediatric ICU Nurse (RN) in Madison, WI

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Job Description

Provide expert critical care as an RN in a specialized Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a nationally recognized childrens hospital in Madison, WI. This contract opportunity offers a rewarding chance to care for critically ill or injured children in a state-of-the-art 21-bed unit dedicated to family-centered care and advanced pediatric medical and surgical treatment.

Location:
The American Family Childrens Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, is a Magnet-designated facility renowned for its specialized pediatric care. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and offers a warm, healing environment that supports the recovery of patients across a broad spectrum of complex conditions. Madison itself combines vibrant cultural attractions, beautiful parks, and a welcoming community ideal for both work and life.

Schedule:

• Day/Evening shifts
• 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM 7:30 PM)
• Work every Friday through Sunday

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients with varied medical and surgical diagnoses including acute head injuries, neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplantation, multi-system organ failure, and ECMO management
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support critically ill children and their families
• Provide care in a highly specialized and technologically advanced environment
• Adapt to flexible floating assignments across multiple units as staffing needs require

Qualifications:

• Current Wisconsin RN license or a valid compact nursing license from the permanent state of residence
• Minimum of 3 years of recent acute care experience (last 3 years), preferably in high-acuity pediatric ICU settings
• Strong Pediatric ICU experience with general cardiac care
• Current American Heart Association certifications in BLS and PALS (required)
• EPIC electronic medical record proficiency within the past 12 months (required)
• Basic Arrhythmia Monitoring experience; Telemetry certification or successful completion of the Telemetry test is needed before starting
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Additional Requirements:

• Permanent address must be within 50 miles of Madison, WI
• First-time travelers are eligible if qualified
• Permit required for onsite parking; public transit and alternative options available

This contract position provides an excellent platform to expand your pediatric critical care experience in a supportive, cutting-edge medical facility.

Apply today to elevate your nursing career in a dedicated PICU setting where every day makes a difference in young lives.