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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position in a Level 1 trauma acute care setting, requiring an active AZ or compact RN license and recent Level 1 trauma experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital on the Cardiac Telemetry (Tower 7) unit
• Patient population includes post-op cardiovascular surgery and cardiac patients such as CABG, MVR, STEMI, HF, fundoplication, VATS decortication, and vascular repair
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:3 or 1:4
• Common drips include heparin, cardizem, and amiodarone which require titration
• Must interpret common cardiac rhythms using GE telemetry packs and monitors; tele techs are off-unit
• RT equipment includes CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow nasal cannula
• Uses Cerner EMR system
• Night shifts, 12 hours in length, with three weekend shifts required in a four-week block
• Holiday shifts required based on unit coverage
• Floating to other applicable areas as needed
• Navy blue scrubs required; scrubs are not provided
• Daily responsibilities include titrating cardiac drips and interpreting telemetry rhythms
• Charge nurse typically does not carry patient assignment; supported by one PCT per 16 beds
• Initial two-day unit orientation provided
• Applicants must have natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Skill evaluation includes SIMs Lab for sterile procedures, and failure will result in ineligibility for 6 months within system
• Mandatory pass/fail testing occurs on orientation day for key skills
• Returning candidates may not have been employed by specified affiliated health systems within the past year
• Self-scheduling is available with shifts balanced by the scheduler
• Holiday coverage is mandatory depending on unit needs
• All staff must secure their own transportation

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience and recent Level 1 trauma experience required
• Passage of the Relias Dysrhythmia exam is required prior to offer
• Must pass a skills assessment simulating sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes on day 1 of orientation; two attempts allowed
• Two professional references required, including one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past three years
• Copy of driver’s license required for consideration; must meet 50 mile radius rule based on permanent address
• Experience with post-op cardiovascular surgery patients is highly recommended but not required

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