Telemetry Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring Level 1 Trauma experience and Arizona or compact licensure.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 30-bed Medical Telemetry (Tower 5) unit within an acute care, Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Care for high-acuity patients including post-GYN surgery, pre-liver transplant, ESRD, cellulitis, pneumonia, diabetes, and DKA cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 with two patient care techs for support and a charge nurse with no patient assignment
• 12-hour night shifts from 7PM-7AM, with four weekend shifts per four weeks and coverage of two of the four major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's)
• Floating required to any Med/Surg or Tele floor
• Uses Cerner EMR; experience with Cerner required
• Telemetry monitoring with Phillips equipment; RNs must be able to read EKGs
• Patients may require BiPAP or CPAP; patients must be independent on vents
• SWAT RN available for IV support; respiratory therapy and pharmacy staff available 24/7
• Unit offers a 2-day floor orientation and 12 hours of general orientation
• Responsible for frequent management of admissions and discharges with approximately one-third patient turnover daily
• Must maintain sterile technique during common procedures; SIMs Lab is strictly pass/fail
• Team includes two PCTs per shift, SWAT RNs for IV support, and designated charge nurse
• Navy scrubs required for this unit
• Must have natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean shaven for fit test
• First-day orientation includes additional education on lifts, restraints, and wound care
• Participation in hospital holiday shift rotation is required
• Must have personal transportation; travel teams must provide their own vehicle
• Position suited for candidates who are competent in Med/Surg Tele, telemetry interpretation, and critical nursing skills

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience with prior Level 1 Trauma hospital experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Experience with IV insertion and EKG rhythm interpretation required
• Must pass the DYS (dysrhythmia) exam prior to offer; two attempts allowed
• Successful completion of pass/fail SIMs Lab skills check for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes on day one
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Must provide two professional references (one supervisor from within the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the past 3 years)
• Copy of driver’s license must be provided
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (according to driver’s license)
• Candidates may not have worked for any facility in the associated health system (including CHI or Dignity) in the past 12 months

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