MS/Tele/PCU Float Pool RN
Prescott, AZ
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

The position involves providing exceptional nursing care within the Float Pool, primarily in the MedSurg, Telemetry, and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) settings. The role requires flexibility to work across multiple units and adaptability to different patient needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care to geriatric and orthopedic patients, as well as those recovering from cardiac procedures.
• Manage patient care in stepdown units and hold patients in the emergency department as needed.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and manage various titratable medication drips, including Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin.
• Collaborate with charge nurses and support staff to ensure efficient unit operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year in a Progressive Care Unit setting.
• Current certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to successfully pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to contract signing.
• Must not have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN in any facility affiliated with the organization within the past year.

Unit Information

• Float Pool nurse will cover MedSurg, Telemetry, and PCU across multiple locations. The average census for the units is approximately 20 patients.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: PCU 1:4, MedSurg Tele 1:5-6.
• Use of nurse aides is encouraged to support patient care.
• Monitoring equipment and technology are available in the units, with RNs responsible for reading cardiac strips.

Shift Requirements

• 12-hour night shifts with a schedule that includes every other weekend and participation in holiday rotations.
• Schedule flexibility is essential; shifts are assigned at least 2 hours prior to the start by text message.
• Solid color professional scrubs will be required, transitioning to navy scrubs per upcoming guidelines.

Orientation and Training

• New hires will undergo an 8-hour general hospital orientation followed by 12-hour shifts within the MedSurg and PCU units for hands-on experience.

This position is an excellent opportunity for dedicated nurses looking to expand their skills in a dynamic setting. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply.