Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN PCU Float Pool
Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical Telemetry (PCU Float Pool)

Location: Prescott, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (7am–7pm)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Summary

Seeking travel RNs for a Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit with PCU float responsibilities. The unit is a 49-bed telemetry/medical floor with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio. Nurses will care for patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COVID, respiratory issues, GI problems, diabetes, post-cath care, and total joint replacements.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Arizona
• Minimum 2 years recent experience in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry nursing
• Minimum 1 year experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• ACLS and BLS certifications (must be current)
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam with a minimum score of 80% within two attempts prior to contract signing
• Ability to read and interpret basic telemetry strips; RN required to interpret and sign strips at least once per shift
• Experience with CVA and TIA patients preferred
• Experience with total joint replacement patients preferred
• Cerner electronic medical record experience recommended (orientation is only one day)

Unit Details

• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
• Nurse Aide ratio: 1:10–15
• Common titratable drips: Diltiazem/Cardizem at set rates (RNs are not required to titrate drips)
• Respiratory equipment used: BiPAP, CPAP, breathing treatments
• Charge Nurse and House Supervisor available
• Floating: May float to East Campus and possibly PCU if qualified
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs

Scheduling & Work Requirements

• 12-hour day shifts (7am–7pm)
• Schedules made 4 weeks in advance with self-scheduling subject to manager approval
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week schedule
• Holiday requirement: Work 2 days and an evening or 2 evenings and a day during Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Thanksgiving
• No call or standby requirements

Additional Notes

• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and may not have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN at any affiliated facilities within the past year
• Orientation: One shift of unit-specific orientation
• Prior travel experience is not specified as required

This position offers a unique travel opportunity for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with PCU experience looking to work in a dynamic float pool environment.