Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Tuba City, AZ
ND Global Consulting Services
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,232/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$900/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,332/week
Qualifications
- Candidate should be 75 miles from job location to be eligible as a Travel candidate
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) – Clinical Nurse
Facility: Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation
Location: Tuba City, Arizona
About the Facility
Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation is a Joint Commission-accredited healthcare facility serving a 4,400-square-mile region, including communities throughout the western Navajo and Hopi Reservations.
The 73-bed hospital provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services, along with specialties such as orthopedics, OB/GYN, dental care, ophthalmology, oral surgery, eye surgery, and urological procedures.
Located in northwestern Arizona on the Colorado Plateau, Tuba City offers a culturally diverse community with strong Navajo, Hopi, and Southern Paiute heritage.
Position Summary
The Clinical Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients of all ages and their families. The RN performs a variety of nursing procedures requiring clinical knowledge, sound judgment, and an understanding of individual patient conditions and treatments.
The nurse must be able to work independently while following physician orders, established standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, and hospital guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages.
- Perform nursing procedures based on patient conditions, treatment plans, and physician orders.
- Assess patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in clinical status.
- Follow established nursing standards, hospital policies, and procedures.
- Support patients and their families throughout the care process.
- Work independently while maintaining professional nursing standards.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an acute-care or subacute-care facility.
Licensure:
- Current, valid, full, and unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
Required Certifications:
- BLS: Current American Heart Association certification.
- ACLS: Current American Heart Association certification.
- TCAR: Trauma Care After Resuscitation certification must be completed within six months of hire.
- NIHSS: NIH Stroke Scale training must be completed within six months of hire.
All required certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
Housing Information
- Limited housing options are available.
- Shared housing units cost $600 per month, subject to availability.
- Families and pets are not permitted in the provided housing.
Important Note: Housing is limited and not guaranteed. Candidates should confirm availability before making travel or relocation arrangements.
Facility
Tuba City Regional Health Care
1 nurse recommends working with Tuba City Regional Health Care
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
ND Global Consulting Services
33 nurses recommend working with ND Global Consulting Services
Pros
Great communication
Cons
None
Recommends working with ND Global Consulting Services
About Tuba City, AZ
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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