RN Med Surg Telemetry
Prescott Valley, AZ
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Unit: Medical Surgical Telemetry / Progressive Care Unit

Unit Type: Telemetry

Shift Length: 12 hours

Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS.
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within two attempts prior to signing the contract. A score of 80% is required.
• Must be willing to float to other units as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips is essential.

Unit Information

• Number of beds: 30 in three 10-bed units.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:5-6.
• Common diagnoses and patient types include:
  • Surgical: total hip & knee replacements, small bowel resection, hysterectomy, exploratory laparoscopy.
  • Medical: MRSA, C-diff infections, suicide attempts, drug or alcohol withdrawal, COPD, pneumonia, COVID-19, and chest pain.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for both Medical Surgical Telemetry and Progressive Care Unit patients.
• Precept nursing students as needed.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
• Rotate weekend and holiday shifts as required.
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and training.

Additional Information

• Shifts: 12-hour shifts, 0700/1900 or 1930/0730.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, including Friday and Saturday nights.
• Floating Requirements: May float to Multi Care Unit and Pediatric Unit.
• Remote Monitor Techs are available; RNs must be able to read telemetry strips.
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Any scrub color except camouflage.

This position is a great opportunity for an experienced RN looking to enhance their clinical skills in a supportive unit environment. We look forward to reviewing your application!