Medical/Surgical Telemetry PCU Float RN
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 (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)

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 are required to interpret telemetry strips and sign at least once per shift. The patient population includes CHF, COVID, respiratory, GI, diabetic patients, post-cath, and total joint replacement cases.

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
• Experience reading basic telemetry strips, including some exposure to CVA and TIA patients
• Cerner electronic medical record experience recommended (orientation is only 1 day)

Unit Details & Responsibilities

• Nurses do not titrate drips; Diltiazem/Cardizem drips are administered at set rates
• Tele/Monitor techs are present, but RNs are responsible for telemetry strip interpretation
• Nurse aides are available with a ratio of approximately 1:10-15
• Respiratory equipment used includes BiPAP, CPAP, and breathing treatments
• Floating required: may float to East Campus and possibly PCU if qualified
• Orientation: 1 shift on the unit before starting
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs

Scheduling & Work Requirements

• Schedules are created for 4-week blocks with self-scheduling subject to manager approval
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week schedule
• Holiday requirement: Work 2 days and 1 evening or 2 evenings and 1 day during Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Thanksgiving
• No call or standby requirements

Additional Notes

• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility and may not have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN at any affiliated facilities within the past year
• Failure to pass the dysrhythmia exam twice results in a 6-month disqualification from assignments in this region

This position offers a unique travel opportunity for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with PCU skills looking to work in a dynamic hospital setting.