Travel Contract

EP Lab RN
Tucson, AZ
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS
3x12 hrs

$1,944/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

6% higher than average Registered Nurse / Electrophysiology Lab Nurse pay in Arizona

Estimated total pay

$1,944/week

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Observation Unit

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Job Summary

Provide high-level nursing care for patients in the Cardiac Observation Unit (COU), focusing on pre- and post-procedure care for Cath Lab patients. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, planning and documenting nursing care, assisting physicians during examinations and procedures, performing patient tests, and administering medications within RN scope of practice. The unit manages high-risk, high-acuity patients and performs bedside procedures such as Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) and Cardioversions (CV).

Key Responsibilities

Admit and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, including charting pre-procedure checklists and IV access preparation
Prepare patients for Cardioversions (CV) and Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)
Recover patients post-procedure who received conscious sedation
Sedate, circulate, and document bedside procedures (CV & TEE)
Discharge patients with appropriate teaching, documentation, and physical discharge
Assist physicians during examinations and procedures

Shift & Call Requirements

Shift varies with 3 different 12-hour day shifts (start times between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM)
Call rotation approximately once every 4 to 6 weeks
Call includes Saturdays (7:00 AM–5:00 PM) and Sundays (7:00 AM–2:00 PM)

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Arizona
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum of 1 year of Electrophysiology Lab experience within the last year
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following areas will be considered on a case-by-case basis:

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Telemetry
Cath Lab
Surgery Center

Notes

Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
The role involves working with high-acuity cardiac patients and requires comfort with bedside cardiac procedures.

Employer

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS

Response timewithin an hour

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About Tucson, AZ

As a Travel Electrophysiology Lab Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.

Transportation

Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
A car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.

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