Surgical Acute RN - Telemetry
Phoenix, AZ
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

📌 Position Overview

Unit: T8 – Trauma, Ortho, Surgical
Beds: 30
Shift: 12 hours
Ratios: 1:4–5
EMR: Cerner

🚨 Must-Have Requirements

• Level 1 Trauma experience – REQUIRED
• Minimum 2 years Telemetry experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Must live outside 50-mile radius (Driver’s License = source of truth)
• Must complete Medical Solutions Pre-Screen
• Own vehicle required (Travel Teams)

⚠️ Screening & Hiring Process

• Clinical review → Manager approval (No 2nd interview)
• Must pass Dysrhythmia Exam (2 attempts only)
  • ❌ Fail = DNU for 6 months (CS AZ & Sacramento Region)

🧪 Day 1 Requirements (STRICT PASS/FAIL)

SIMs Lab (High Importance)

• Foley catheter insertion
• Central line dressing change (ED differs slightly)

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Breaking sterile field = Immediate termination
• Must be fully confident in sterile technique
• Additional training (non-fail): lifts, restraints, wound care

👨‍⚕️ Unit Details

• Patient Types:
  • Trauma cases
  • Post-op transplants (Day 1)
  • Whipple procedures
  • Spine & ortho joints
• Support:
  • Charge RN (no patient load)
  • Nurse Aides: 2 (day) / 1 (night)
  • IV Team: SWAT RN
  • RT & Pharmacy: 24/7

🏥 Equipment & Systems

• Telemetry: Phillips
• Vent Support: BiPAP, CPAP

🔄 Scheduling

• Weekend Requirement: 3 shifts per 4 weeks
• Holidays: As per perm staff rotation
• Floating: Required across MS & Tele units

👕 Dress Code & Compliance

• Scrubs: Navy
• Natural hair colors only
• No facial piercings
• Clean-shaven (for fit test)