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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Prescott, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide acute care nursing for patients undergoing cardiovascular and surgical services in a fast-paced progressive care unit. Care includes patients post-cardiac surgery, STEMI/NSTEMI, chronic ventilator support, alcohol withdrawal, suicidal ideation, and renal disease.

Unit Details

PCU with 14 beds (up to 20 with double occupancy)
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1 RN to 3-4 patients depending on acuity
Critical Care service line with hospitalist support
Equipment includes Philips Cardiac Monitors, Telemetry, Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitors, invasive monitoring devices, Medtronic Pacemakers, Cerner EMR, Pyxis medication dispenser, Zoll R series, Sigma Spectrum IV pumps, and Mistral Air Warming units

Schedule

12-hour shifts: 7 AM–7 PM or 7 PM–7 AM
3 shifts per week required (option for 4 shifts per week upon discussion)
Two weekend shifts per pay period, nights included
Floating to ICU preferred; float to Medical-Surgical/Telemetry required

Required Qualifications

Active and in good standing Arizona RN license
ACLS and BLS certification
Minimum 1 year of PCU nursing experience
Strong EKG knowledge and skills
Experience with IV cardiac medication administration
Skills with peritoneal dialysis, chronic ventilators, chest tubes, epidural catheters, PCA pumps, transvenous pacing, arterial or venous sheath care/pulling

Additional Requirements

Must pass dysrhythmia exam with a minimum score of 80% within two attempts prior to contract signing
Radius restriction: Cannot have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN within the past year at any facility associated with certain healthcare systems within 50 miles
Dress code: Navy scrubs and business-appropriate hair color

Notes

Fast-paced cardiac and cardiac surgery care environment
Patients include post-cath lab intervention and 2-3 days post open heart surgery
Care for STEMI, NSTEMI, chronic ventilator patients, alcohol withdrawal, suicidal ideation, new BiPAP/CPAP patients, thoracotomies, and renal disease

Prior travel experience: Not specified or required.

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 Cardiac Progressive Care Unit 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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