Med Surg Telemetry RN
Prescott, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,143/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility Information1:5 Patient ratioShort Term Acute Care134 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2+ years of experience and telemetry strip interpretation skills.
Details
- Acute Med/Surg/Telemetry unit with 49 beds and a 1:5 patient ratio
- Common diagnoses include CHF, COVID, respiratory conditions, GI issues, diabetes, post-cath, and total joint replacement
- Cerner EMR used for charting
- Night shift, 12-hour shifts from 7pm-7am
- Weekend requirement of 2 weekends per 4-week schedule
- Floating required, possibly to East Campus and PCU if qualified
- RNs required to interpret telemetry strips and sign off at least once per shift
- Tele/monitor techs and nurse aides (1:10-15 ratio) support the unit
- Charge nurse and house supervisor support available
- No call or standby requirements
- Respiratory equipment used includes BiPap, CPAP, and breathing treatments
- No requirement to titrate drips, though set-rate Diltiazem/Cardizem drips are administered
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Experience reading basic telemetry strips required
- Total joint replacement experience required
- Some experience with CVA and TIA preferred
- Cerner EMR experience recommended due to limited orientation
- Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within two attempts prior to signing contract
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care on a busy telemetry/medical-surgical unit
- One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Holiday coverage required for Christmas, New Year's, and Thanksgiving, typically working 2 days and an eve or 2 eves and a day
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
- Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
Facility
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
3 nurses recommend working with Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
- 1:5 Patient ratioVerified by 54 Vivian users
- Short Term Acute Care
- 134 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Prescott, AZ
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Prescott, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Prescott is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for many.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable lifestyle for residents.
- In the summer, average highs range from 85°F to 95°F, while average winter lows range from 20°F to 30°F.
- Residents can expect warm summers and cold winters with occasional snowfall.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Prescott, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity as a travel nurse destination.
- Prescott is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
- Prescott has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count from the surrounding pine forests.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in Prescott, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Prescott offers a variety of activities, including exploring historic Victorian-era homes and buildings, visiting Whiskey Row for a taste of the city's history, enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking along the shores of Lynx Lake, and experiencing the vibrant arts and culinary scene with galleries, eateries, and music events.
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