ICU Registered Nurse
Tuba City, Arizona
Tuba City Regional Health Care
$2,170-2,654/weekUniti Med will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
ICU Registered Nurse - Arizona
Location: Tuba City, Arizona
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Provide nursing care to critically ill patients primarily within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The role includes floating to Emergency Department (ED), Medical/Surgical, or Pediatrics units as needed during low census periods. Responsibilities involve inpatient care and support in a 5-bed ICU for patients of all ages, including after-hours recovery of post-operative general surgery, pediatric, and OB patients.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of ICU nursing experience
- Education: Associate Degree in Nursing
- Licensure: Current, valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in any U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth
- Certifications: Must maintain throughout employment:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (to be completed within 6 months of hire)
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) (to be completed within 6 months of hire)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) (to be completed within 6 months of hire)
Additional Information
- Shared contractor housing available (no pets or family allowed)
- Orientation occurs every 2 weeks
- COVID and flu vaccination exemptions may be accepted after submission of a declination form
This position offers the opportunity to work in a culturally rich and diverse community serving a large geographic area with a variety of medical and surgical services.
Facility
Tuba City Regional Health Care
1 nurse recommends working with Tuba City Regional Health Care
- Short Term Acute Care
About Tuba City, AZ
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Tuba City, AZ here's what you should know:- Tuba City's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- However, wages may be lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Tuba City experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 18°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited in Tuba City, but furnished housing options can be found with some effort.
- Tuba City is car-friendly, as public transportation options are limited.
- Tuba City has a diverse population with a significant Native American demographic.
- Common health issues may include diabetes and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the demand for healthcare services in the area.
- Tuba City offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nearby national parks.
- The local dining scene features a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
- Cultural events and art exhibits showcase the rich Native American heritage of the area.
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