Telemetry RN – Neuro Acute Epilepsy Monitoring
Phoenix, Arizona
Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Neuro Acute Epilepsy Monitoring

Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Unit: Neuro Acute 6N (48 beds total, including 10 epilepsy specialty rooms)
Shift: Days
Hours: 12-hour shifts (7am–7pm), 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks minimum

Job Overview

• Care for patients with epilepsy, brain tumors, subdural hematoma, scoliosis surgeries, traumatic brain injury, and other neurological diagnoses.
• Manage 24-48 hour trend EEG monitoring.
• Work in a Level 1 Trauma and teaching hospital environment.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4 (days and nights).
• Charge nurse role available (no patient assignment).
• Weekend requirement: 3 shifts every 4 weeks (self-scheduled).
• Holiday work included in rotation.
• Floating may be required to MedSurg/Telemetry units or other campuses.
• Floor-specific orientation: 2 shifts on the unit.
• Utilize critical thinking and strong assessment skills, including cranial nerve assessment training.
• Use of self-releasing velcro seat belts (not restraints).

Required Certifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of core nursing experience in specialty (Neuro Acute/MedSurg/Telemetry).
• Level 1 Trauma experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• BSN preferred.
• Med Surg/Telemetry certification preferred.
• Cerner EMR experience required.
• Prophecy Dysrhythmia Exam required 24-48 hours prior to acceptance (max 2 attempts).
• Pass/fail SIMs Lab on Day 1 of orientation (skills include Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes; exceptions apply for some units).
• Prior travel experience required for Neuro ICU or Emergency Department roles.

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Must have natural hair color; no facial piercings allowed.
• Male candidates must be clean-shaven for fit testing.
• Travel teams must have their own vehicles.
• Cannot hold multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Must be off permanent staff at this health system for 12 months to qualify for travel assignment.
• Parking provided with shuttle service; night shift parking in garage.
• Teaching hospital environment; nursing students may be present.
• Strong critical thinking and patient assessment skills essential.
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7; RT manages BiPAP ventilation.
• IV team (SWAT RN) available for difficult IV access.
• Pharmacy services available 24/7.
• Scrub color: Grey’s Anatomy / Steel.

Patient Care Environment

• Mainly MedSurg with some Telemetry.
• Hospitalist or Intensivist present during day shifts.
• Nurse aides (PCTs) support staffing: 1-2 on days, 1 at night.
• Charge nurse and resource RN coverage on both day and night shifts.

Orientation & Onboarding

• Weekly orientations on Mondays (except holidays).
• Onboarding paperwork must be completed by Wednesday 1pm CST before start date.
• Failure to complete onboarding on time will delay start.
• Pass/fail exam on Day 1 of orientation.
• SIMs Lab is pass/fail; sterile field competency required.

This position is ideal for experienced Neuro Acute or MedSurg/Telemetry RNs with strong critical thinking skills, prior travel experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, teaching hospital environment.