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Registered Nurse (RN) – CVICU

Location: Prescott, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Number of Beds: 12
Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:1 based on patient acuity
Shift Length: 12 hours, 7 days per week
Weekend Requirement: 2 weekend shifts per pay period (may vary between Friday or Saturday nights)
Holiday Requirement: Yes
Call/Standby Requirement: Yes, maximum 3 per 12 weeks
Floating: Yes, as needed to ICU, PCU, MS, Tele units across both campuses
Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs
Orientation: Unit/department-specific orientation provided

Patient Population & Care

Common Diagnoses: Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Common Procedures/Skills: Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), fresh open heart surgery (OHS) experience from OR
Nurse Responsibilities: RNs are required to titrate drips
Common Drips: Dexmedetomidine, Propofol, Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Levosimendan, Insulin, Cardene
Monitoring: RNs read cardiac rhythm strips; in-room telemetry monitors only
Respiratory Therapy: Respiratory therapists available department-wide 24/7; equipment includes ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, HiFlow

Required Certifications & Exams

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
Dysrhythmia exam: Must pass with at least 80% within two attempts prior to contract signing (failure results in 6-month disqualification from assignments in this region)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
Impella experience is desired but not mandatory

Additional Notes

Candidates must have their own vehicle if applying as a travel duo; schedules will not align
Radius rule: Candidates cannot have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN within 50 miles at any facility associated with the specified health system in the past year
Charge Nurse and House Supervisor roles are staffed 24/7
No nurse aides on the unit
Intensivists are in-house
Monitor technicians are not present; RNs interpret strips
Electronic Health Record system experience with Cerner is preferred

Summary

This CVICU RN role requires a minimum of 2 years of critical care experience in cardiovascular ICU settings, with strong skills in advanced cardiac monitoring and titration of vasoactive drips. The position involves 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday work, call responsibilities, and floating as needed. Certification in ACLS and BLS is mandatory, along with passing a dysrhythmia exam. Prior travel experience is not explicitly 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 Cardiovascular ICU 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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