MedSurg Telemetry RN
Prescott, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position with night shifts and telemetry interpretation required.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital on a 48-bed MedSurg/Telemetry unit
• Patient population includes COVID, respiratory, GI, diabetic, telemetry, TIA, CVA, as well as general, orthopedic, and spinal surgical patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5
• RN is required to interpret telemetry strips at least once per shift
• Remote monitor techs read and post tele strips
• Bipap, Cpap, and high flow oxygen equipment are used on the unit
• Night shifts, 12 hours (7:00 pm - 7:30 am) with every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling with manager approval for final schedule
• May float to East Campus or PCU if qualified
• No on-call responsibilities
• Navy blue scrubs required
• RN must interpret and document telemetry strips each shift
• Support includes charge nurses not taking patient assignments and nurse aides with a 1:10-15 ratio
• One unit-specific orientation shift provided
• Holiday coverage required for major holidays including Christmas, New Year's, and Thanksgiving
• First to float and floating expected within campus and potentially to PCU
• Permanent residence of at least 50 miles from the facility required for candidates residing in AZ, NV, NE, IA, or MN

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Experience reading basic telemetry strips and caring for general and orthopedic surgical, CVA, and TIA patients required
• Cerner EMR experience recommended due to limited orientation
• Must provide a copy of driver’s license
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
• Must pass Relias Dysrhythmia exam prior to offer
• Must pass sterile technique test for Foley insertion and central line dressing changes during orientation
• Candidates employed directly (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the last year are not eligible

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