Med/Surg Telemetry Nurse
Prescott, AZ
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (MedSurg/Telemetry)

Location: Prescott, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Unit: Telemetry - Surgical/Neuro (4th Floor)
Patient Ratio: 1:5
Unit Beds: 48 (two units: 4A and 4B)

Job Description

• Care for patients with diagnoses including COVID-19, respiratory issues, gastrointestinal conditions, diabetes, TIA, CVA, general medical, orthopedic, and spinal surgical cases.
• Telemetry monitored remotely; telemetry technicians on a different floor read and post strips.
• RNs interpret telemetry strips and must sign off at least once per shift.
• No requirement for RNs to titrate drips; diltiazem is administered at a set rate.
• Respiratory equipment used includes BiPAP, CPAP, high flow oxygen, and some breathing treatments.
• Charge nurses and house supervisors are present; charge nurses do not take patient assignments.
• Nurse aides support the unit with a ratio of approximately 1:10-15.
• Floating to other units such as East Campus or PCU may be required if qualified.

Schedule & Requirements

• 12-hour day shifts with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• Schedules created for 4-week blocks with self-scheduling subject to manager approval.
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week schedule.
• Holiday coverage expected for Christmas, New Year’s, and Thanksgiving with specific shift combinations.
• No call or standby requirements.

Orientation

• One shift of unit/department-specific orientation.
• Recommended experience with general and orthopedic surgical patients, CVA, and TIA.
• Cerner experience is recommended due to limited orientation time.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Current RN license.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• Ability to read basic telemetry strips.
• Prior experience in MedSurg/Telemetry nursing preferred.

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Nurses may be expected to float to other units if qualified.