Float Pool RN (MedSurg, Telemetry & PCU)
Prescott, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg, Tele, and PCU Float Pool night shift position requiring an AZ or compact RN license, ACLS, and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital float pool covering Med/Surg, Telemetry, PCU, and holding patients in ED across two campuses
• Patient population includes geriatric, orthopedic, post-MI, post-cardiac cath, CABG post-op day 3-4, and patients from a strong cath lab program
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 in PCU and 1:5-6 in Med/Surg Tele
• RNs required to titrate and manage drips including Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin
• Use of Cerner EMR system
• Night shifts, 12 hours, with every other weekend required
• First to float within float pool; will be notified 2 hours prior to shift regarding campus assignment
• Floating to all related units as needed, including inpatient holding in ED
• Monitor techs monitor PCU and Med/Surg Tele; RNs must be able to interpret telemetry strips
• CPAP and BiPAP utilized at night in Med/Surg; BiPAP, CPAP, and Heated High Flow used in PCU
• No on-call or standby requirements
• Travelers may be assigned to either campus with a 20–25 minute distance between sites
• Team includes dedicated charge nurses not assigned to patient care and consistent use of nurse aides in all settings
• Scheduling is handled by a float pool scheduler with schedules published six weeks out
• Travelers participate in holiday rotation alongside permanent staff
• Orientation includes hospital-wide introduction and unit-specific shadow shifts
• Solid color professional scrubs required; navy scrubs required beginning in October
• Travelers expected to be flexible with assignments, including block scheduling for nights when possible
• Travelers must pass a sterile technique test for Foley and central line care on first orientation day
• If a candidate fails required testing twice, they will be ineligible for six months at CommonSpirit Arizona/Sacramento
• First-time travelers will be considered

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• BLS and ACLS certifications required and must be current
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience with at least 1 year in a PCU setting
• Comfortable managing the majority of common drips on unit; must be able to titrate independently
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips
• Must pass dysrhythmia exam (minimum 80%) within two attempts prior to contract signature
• Must provide two references: one supervisor from last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Driver’s license copy required for consideration
• Cannot have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, PRN) at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year
• Permanent residence must be 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