MST/Pediatrics Telemetry Nurse
Prescott Valley, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a mixed adult and pediatric unit, requiring AZ or compact RN licensure and strong skills in both populations.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital setting on a mixed adult and pediatric (MST/PEDIATRICS) unit with 10 beds
• Patient population includes adults and pediatrics with surgical, medical, and telemetry needs
• Common diagnoses include respiratory illnesses, seizures, dehydration, post-operative, MRSA, C-diff, pneumonia, COPD, and COVID
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: Pediatrics 1:3-4, MST 1:5
• 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend required
• Float to adult MST unit and cross-train to birthing unit for mom-baby couplets as needed
• If low census, participation in standby rotation is required
• Uses Cerner EMR system
• RNs are required to read their own telemetry strips for adult MST patients
• Navy scrubs are required
• Duties include providing primary care to both pediatric and adult medical-surgical patients, and assisting in the stabilization of pediatric patients for transfer if needed
• Must be willing to float within designated units based on census and cross-train to other units if required
• Orientation includes hospital and unit-based training tailored to experience
• Monitor techs are available for adult MST patients; bedside monitors are used for pediatric patients
• Holiday coverage is assigned based on a rotation to ensure fair distribution
• Nurse aides are typically available and manage up to 10 patients; if none are available, RN patient load is adjusted accordingly
• No titration of drips required on this unit

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license in hand; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS required
• Experience working with both pediatric and adult medical-surgical patients is required
• Must take and pass the dysrhythmia exam with a score of 80% within two attempts prior to contract signing
• Ability to provide care with high flow oxygen and BiPap for adults in stable condition
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months worked and another peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Cannot have been employed full-time, part-time, or PRN at any facility associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity 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