Cardiac Observation Unit RN
Tucson, AZ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,791/weekOverview
- Start Date04/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Observation Unit
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Provide high-level nursing care for patients in the Cardiac Observation Unit (COU), focusing on Cath Lab patients pre- and post-procedure. Responsibilities include:
- Evaluating assigned patients and planning, implementing, and documenting nursing care
- Assisting physicians during examinations and procedures
- Performing patient tests and administering medications within RN scope of practice
- Preparing patients for Cath procedures, Cardioversions (CV), and Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)
- Recovering patients following Cath procedures involving conscious sedation
- Sedating, circulating, and documenting bedside procedures (CV & TEE)
- Discharging patients with teaching, documentation, and physical discharge
The unit cares for high-risk, high-acuity patients and performs bedside procedures such as TEE and Cardioversions.
Shift Information
- Varies: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (Day shifts between 6:00 AM and 8:30 PM)
- Call requirements include Saturdays and Sundays on a rotational basis, approximately once every 4 to 6 weeks
- Weekend call hours: Saturday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sunday 7:00 AM–2:00 PM
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse license in Arizona
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Electrophysiology Lab experience, including experience within the last year
- Cardiac Cath Lab experience
- Telemetry experience
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About Tucson, AZ
As a Travel Electrophysiology Lab Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- A car is recommended for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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