RN Float Pool MedSurg/Telemetry/PCU
Prescott, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg, Tele, and PCU Float Pool position requiring an AZ or compact RN license and strong titration skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a float pool covering Med/Surg, Telemetry, PCU, and inpatient ED holding units across both campuses in an acute care setting
• Patient population includes primarily geriatric, orthopedic, post-procedural, cardiac post-MI, and post-cardiac cath patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: PCU 1:4, Med/Surg Tele 1:5-6
• Required to titrate a range of drips including Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin
• CPAP and BiPAP used at night in Med/Surg; BiPAP, CPAP, and heated high-flow oxygen in PCU units
• Monitor techs monitor PCU and MedSurg Tele; RNs are required to interpret rhythm strips
• Uses Cerner EMR
• Shifts are 12 hours, 7-7 for AM and PM; every other weekend required
• Traveler is first to float; must be flexible and may be notified of assigned campus up to 2 hours before shift start
• No on-call or standby required
• Solid color professional scrubs required; navy scrubs will be mandatory starting in October
• RNs will float between Med/Surg, Tele, PCU, and inpatient ED holding units as assigned
• Charge nurses do not take assignments and nurse aids are available in all units
• Orientation includes one 8-hour general hospital day and two 12-hour unit-based orientation shifts
• Travelers will be included in permanent staff holiday rotations
• Candidates who fail the dysrhythmia or sterile technique exam twice are ineligible for future contracts with CommonSpirit in AZ or Sacramento for 6 months
• Candidates may be assigned to either campus and should allow for a 20-25 minute commute between them

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact (NLC) RN license required at time of application
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years RN experience, with at least 1 year in a PCU setting
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam with a score of at least 80% in two attempts prior to contract
• Proven experience titrating cardiac, insulin, and vasoactive drips
• Ability to interpret rhythm strips required
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Cannot have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months, and a second supervisor or peer from the past 3 years
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

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