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Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical Telemetry

Location: Prescott, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking travel Registered Nurses for a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit with a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) float pool. The unit cares for patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COVID, respiratory issues, GI problems, diabetes, post-cath, and total joint replacements.

Required Qualifications

Current Arizona RN license
Minimum 2 years recent experience in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry nursing
Minimum 1 year experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
BLS and ACLS certifications required
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 experience recommended (orientation is only one day)

Unit Details

Unit: Telemetry - Cardiac/Medical, 3rd Floor
Beds: 49
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
Nurse Aide ratio: 1:10-15
Common equipment: BiPAP, CPAP, breathing treatments
Drip management: No titration required; set rate Diltiazem/Cardizem drips used
Floating: May float to East Campus and possibly PCU if qualified

Scheduling & Shifts

Shift hours: 7 AM to 7 PM
Scheduling: 4-week schedules 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, New Year’s, and Thanksgiving holidays
Call/standby: None

Additional Information

Orientation: 1 shift on the unit
Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
Radius rule: Candidates must not have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN within 50 miles at any related facilities in the past year

Prior Travel Experience

Not explicitly required

This position offers a unique travel opportunity for experienced Med-Surg Telemetry RNs with PCU experience.

Facility

Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus

4.1rating(28 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus

5.0rating

Pros

Traveler friendly, good ratios, great scheduling, decent providers, Uses tiger text to communicate with most doctors. Plenty of hiking activities. Close to Sedona, Flagstaff and Phoenix. 5:1 Med/tele and 3:1 PCU.

Cons

Cost of living is High, roughly $2000-2500 for your own private space. Float between East and West Campus, 25 minutes apart, west will likely be where you spend 75% of your shifts so pick your housing accordingly.

Garrett P

PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

Feb '25

Review of Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus on Jan 21, 2026

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Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus

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Short Term Acute Care
134 beds

ADDRESS1003 Willow Creek RoadPrescott, AZ 86301

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About Prescott, AZ

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Prescott, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Prescott is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for many.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable lifestyle for residents.

Weather

In the summer, average highs range from 85°F to 95°F, while average winter lows range from 20°F to 30°F.
Residents can expect warm summers and cold winters with occasional snowfall.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Prescott, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity as a travel nurse destination.

Transportation

Prescott is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.

Demographics

Prescott has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count from the surrounding pine forests.
There is a notable population of travel nurses in Prescott, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.

Things to Do

Prescott offers a variety of activities, including exploring historic Victorian-era homes and buildings, visiting Whiskey Row for a taste of the city's history, enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking along the shores of Lynx Lake, and experiencing the vibrant arts and culinary scene with galleries, eateries, and music events.

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