American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a night shift with a focus on cardiac and medical patients requiring an active AZ or compact RN license and tele experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital setting on a 49-bed Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit
- Patient population includes CHF, COVID, respiratory, GI, diabetics, post cath, total joint replacements, CVA, and TIA cases
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5
- Nights, 12-hour shifts, with self-scheduling subject to manager approval
- Required to work 2 weekends per 4-week schedule
- Holiday coverage required for Christmas, New Year's, and Thanksgiving, including specific eve and day expectations
- Required to float to East Campus and potentially PCU if qualified
- Uses Cerner EMR; Cerner experience recommended due to limited orientation
- Unit equipped with BiPap, CPAP, and breathing treatment equipment
- Tele/monitor techs present; RNs required to interpret and sign telemetry strips each shift
- One shift of unit-specific orientation is provided
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- Work closely with charge nurses, house supervisors, nurse aides, and tele/monitor techs
- No titration of cardiac drips; set rate Cardizem drips are managed
- No on-call or standby requirements
- First to float policy applies
- Must interpret and document telemetry strip readings at least once per shift
- Holiday and weekend coverage is strictly enforced
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Proficiency in reading basic tele strips and dysrhythmias required
- Some experience with CVA, TIA, and total joint replacement patients required
- Must pass a Relias dysrhythmia exam prior to contract
- Cerner EMR experience recommended
- Copy of driver's license required
- Two references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years including employment dates and rehire eligibility
- May not have been employed by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility full-time, part-time, or PRN within the past year
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-637709. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
