Neuro Tele RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Telemetry unit requiring Level 2 (Level 1 preferred) trauma experience and AZ or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Acute care Neuro Telemetry unit (5NNB/7NNB) within a Level 1 trauma hospital
• 32-bed unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Common diagnoses include CVA, TBI, spinal surgery, encephalopathy, ESRD, brain tumor, and trached patients
• Central telemetry monitoring with EKG interpretation required
• Cerner EMR with WOWs (workstations on wheels)
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a-7p
• 4 total weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) per 4-week period
• Holiday coverage based on unit staffing needs
• Charge nurse takes a light patient assignment
• Support staff includes nurse aides for BS, VS, and straight cath
• 24/7 respiratory therapy and central pharmacy support
• SWAT RN available for difficult IV access
• 2 days of floor-specific orientation
• Fast-paced unit with average length of stay of 4-5 days
• Priority floating to other MS/Tele units, potentially including Westgate or AZ General Laveen

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 18+ months of RN experience required, 2 years preferred
• Neuro nursing experience highly preferred
• Level 1 trauma experience required; Level 2 trauma experience will be considered
• Must be competent in titrating Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, and Insulin drips
• Must be able to interpret EKG rhythms
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance (2 attempts allowed)
• Must pass a Day 1 sterile technique skills exam for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Provide bedside nursing care to a high-acuity neuro telemetry patient population with frequent turnover
• Participate in bedside shift report
• Steel gray scrub color required
• Must have natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean shaven for respirator fit testing
• Must have own vehicle for travel to and from the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity Health, within the past year
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility per state radius rule, as verified by driver's license
• Candidates approved with 7 days of PTO or less may receive an auto offer; holiday PTO requires unit manager approval