Med Surg / Tele RN
Fort Defiance, AZ
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,419/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care50 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in Arizona
- Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse or Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
Description
Shift Information
This position involves a 12-hour night shift. The typical schedule includes 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next, with the expectation of flexibility for days, weekends, and holidays as required. A maximum of two (2) call-offs is allowed, and requests for time off during Thanksgiving and Christmas are not permissible.
Minimum Experience Required
Three (3) years of nursing experience, including a minimum of one (1) year of pediatric experience.
Certifications and Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Job Description
The role involves providing care as a Registered Nurse for the Medical-Surgical Unit (MSU), catering to both adult geriatric patients and pediatric patients. You will work in an environment with excellent staffing ratios: typically 4:1 for non-COVID patients (maximum 5:1) and typically 2:1 for COVID patients (maximum 3:1).
Setting
This position is based in a 20-bed medical-surgical unit serving adult and pediatric patients. In addition to inpatient nursing duties, there may be assignments to assist with flu immunization clinics. Travelers are also expected to attend staff meetings and may need to float to other departments where qualified.
Orientation
Orientation is conducted on Mondays only. If compliance deadlines are missed, new employees will be rescheduled to the next available onboarding session.
Holiday Coverage
Holiday coverage is required.
Facility
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Fort Defiance Indian Hospital
Pros
Very traveler friendly, I had a great experience with the staff
Cons
Housing manager lacks communication and transparency.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 50 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About Fort Defiance, AZ
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Fort Defiance, AZ here's what you should know:- Fort Defiance's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 90°F, and winter average lows are around 20°F.
- Short-term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available with some effort.
- Fort Defiance is car-friendly, as public transportation options may be limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include diabetes and respiratory conditions.
- There may be a small population of travel nurses.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring the nearby national parks.
- Limited options for restaurants, art, music, and sports.
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