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Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit: Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12s)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Shifts: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week period
Call Requirements: None scheduled; possible shift flex to on-call up to twice during contract
Patient Ratio: 1:6
Unit Beds: 40
Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
Patient Types: Total joint patients, surgical patients, acute coronary syndrome (ACS), acute on chronic conditions (CHF, CKD), alcohol withdrawal, systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB)
Float Requirements: Expected to float to other units including Intermediate Care (IMC) and Emergency Department (ED)
Equipment Used: Baxter IV pumps, Posey bed/chair alarms, Omnicell drug dispensing cabinet, Zoll defibrillators
Electronic Health Record (EHR): Medhost

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, including experience within the last year
Acute care experience required
Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) required

Orientation provided weekly
No block schedule requests accepted; 48-hour shifts can be considered but are not guaranteed

Scenic area with mountain ranges and lake views
Proximity to major cities: Las Vegas (~2.5 hours), Phoenix (~3.25 hours), Grand Canyon (~3.5 hours), Los Angeles/San Diego (~5 hours)

Facility

3.2rating(41 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Havasu Regional Medical Center

5.0rating

Anonymous

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Review of Havasu Regional Medical Center on Sep 18, 2025

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ADDRESS101 Civic Center LaneLake Havasu City, AZ 86403

Cost of Living

Lake Havasu City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 105°F, and in winter, average lows are around 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lake Havasu City, with options ranging from apartments to vacation homes.

Transportation

The city is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Things to Do

The city offers a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking.
There are also numerous restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as events related to art, music, and sports.

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