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RN-Stepdown/Critical Care

SSM Health

Madison, Wisconsin 53715

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RNCritical CareICUStepdownMICU

Posted Jul 16, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 17, 2026

At a glance: what the posting states

Shift: rotating
Weekends, holidays, call: 5W ICU full-time 0.9FTE (36hr/week) rotator shift 7p - 7a & 7a - 7p: every 3rd weekend rotation.
Hiring employer: SSM Health

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About this role

Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. 5W ICU full-time 0.9FTE (36hr/week) rotator shift 7p - 7a & 7a - 7p: every 3rd weekend rotation. Patient Population: Medical adult critical care patients. Many patients are intubated. Nurses utilize central lines and arterial lines frequently. Frequent use of sedation and pressors.

Skills for this role

complex assessmentscentral linesarterial linessedationpressorsintubated patient care

Requirements

Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
No experience required
RN License
BLS Certification (American Heart Association)
TNCC Certification
NRP Certification
PALS Certification
Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid parental leave
Hourly pay

About the employer

SSM Health

Hiring organization

Workplace not named in the posting.

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system serving communities across Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin. With more than 40,000 team members and 15,000 providers, SSM Health operates hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care,…

3.3 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

Some nursing positions offer favorable schedules with no nights, weekends, or holidays
Sign-on bonuses available for qualified external candidates on certain roles
Comprehensive benefits package promoting physical, mental, and financial well-being

What reviewers flag

No specific employee review content was captured in the provided research from Glassdoor or Indeed to identify explicit negatives
The organization's prominent emphasis on 'commitment to healthy culture' may suggest past or ongoing workplace culture challenges being addressed
Sign-on bonuses being offered for certain roles may indicate recruitment or retention difficulties in specific areas

Benefits: SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to full and part-time employees (50% FTE or higher) regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 40 hours per pay period. Benefits are effective the first of the month coinciding with or following the date of hire, with premiums varying by coverage type…

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Living in Madison, WI

Madison blends college-town energy with Midwestern warmth, offering a laid-back yet vibrant lifestyle. Wisconsin's capital sits between Lakes Mendota and Monona and is home to the University of Wisconsin. Outdoor recreation, farmers' markets, and a friendly, health-conscious community make it an appealing destination for an RN seeking a welcoming relocation spot.

Cost of living in Wisconsin: 97; 3% below the national average
RN pay, Wisconsin average: $90k; mean annual wage

State-level figures. Becker's Hospital Review (BLS OEWS May 2024 wages · World Population Review 2024 cost index)

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