Telemetry RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg-Telemetry position requiring Level 1 trauma experience and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Details

• Med/Surg-Telemetry unit (Visual Monitor Unit) caring for medical patients with secondary psychiatric diagnoses
• 14-bed unit with 1:4 patient ratios
• Acute care Level 1 trauma hospital setting
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
• Every 3rd weekend required
• Holiday coverage follows permanent staff rotation
• Floating required to ED psych holds and possibly to MedSurg floors
• Telemetry monitoring used; no ventilator patients on unit
• Charge nurse carries a patient assignment
• Behavioral health techs assist with patient care; security provides video monitoring
• SWAT RN available for IV access; RT and pharmacy available 24/7
• Psych MD present on unit

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required (18+ months may be considered)
• Level 1 trauma experience required (Level 2 trauma experience may be considered)
• MedSurg/Telemetry experience required; psychiatric experience preferred
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance, with up to 2 attempts allowed
• Must pass a Day 1 sterile technique exam covering Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Must have natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean shaven for respirator fit testing
• Must provide own vehicle
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration and used to verify permanent address

Additional Information

• Care for medical patients with secondary psychiatric diagnoses, including confusion, dementia, and low cognitive ability
• Average patient length of stay is 4 days
• Physical restraints are rare; chemical restraints may be used, with all patients video monitored by security
• Navy scrubs required, along with a personal panic button
• 2-shift unit-specific orientation provided
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility per driver's license verification
• Auto offer applies only if candidate has 7 days of PTO or less; additional holiday PTO requires unit manager approval
• Candidates previously employed directly (full time, part time, or PRN) by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the past year are not eligible; PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered