Travel ICU/PCU/Telemetry Float Pool Nurse
2 days ago
Prescott
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Med Surg, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: ASAP, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours, nights, • Work in an acute care setting across ICU, Med/Surg, Telemetry, and PCU units as part of the float pool, • Includes coverage at both West and East campuses, with inpatient holding in the ED as needed, • Patient population includes geriatric, orthopedic, post-cardiac, and post-procedural patients, • Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for PCU and 1:5-6 for Med/Surg Telemetry, • Manage titratable drips including Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin, • Ventilator and respiratory equipment experience needed, including CPAP, BiPAP, and Heated High Flow, • Requires night shifts (12 hours, 7p-7a) with every other weekend and first-to-float status, • On standby call may be required for occasional excess staffing, • Notification of unit assignment occurs two hours before shift start via text message, • EMR system used is Cerner, • Responsibilities include titration of complex drips, cardiac monitoring, and post-procedural care, • Each unit will have a charge nurse on duty (non-assigned), and nurse aides are available in all settings, • Orientation consists of 8 hours general hospital introduction plus unit-specific 12-hour shifts, • Candidates will rotate holidays with permanent staff, • Professional dress code of solid color scrubs required, transitioning to navy as per guidelines, • Travelers will be considered first to float as needed between units and campuses, • Monitor techs available for support in PCU and Med/Surg Telemetry, • First time travelers will be considered for this position, • References required: one supervisor from the past 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from the past three years\n \n Requirements\n, • Active AZ or compact RN license required at the time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted, • Minimum of 2 years RN experience with at least 1 year in an ICU setting, • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required, • Ability to interpret telemetry strips and provide care for complex cardiac and post-procedural patients, • Competency in managing high-acuity drips and ventilator support equipment, • Successful completion of a dysrhythmia exam prior to contract acceptance (minimum passing score 80%), • Residence must be at least 50 miles from the facility, • Must not have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the past year\n Benefits\n, • High Pay and Bonuses, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options, • 401(k) Plan, • Weekly Payroll Deposit, • Free Online CEUs, • Generous Housing Allowance, • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements, • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.