Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Telemetry unit position at a Level I Trauma Center in Arizona, requiring at least 2 years of experience, EKG interpretation skills, and an AZ or compact RN license.

Details

• 32-bed Neuro Telemetry unit within a Level I Trauma Center (acute care setting)
• Common patient diagnoses include CVA, TBI, spinal surgery, tracheostomy, encephalopathy, ESRD, brain tumors, and psych-related conditions
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Charting via Cerner EMR using WOWs (Workstations on Wheels)
• Central telemetry monitoring in use; EKG interpretation required
• Titrated drips include Heparin, Amiodarone, and Cardizem
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week period
• Holidays worked into permanent unit rotation
• Float requirements include cardiac tele, tele overflow in ICU, and med-surg
• Charge nurses maintain a light patient assignment
• Nurse aide support available on days (4 aides) and nights (3 aides) for basic skills, vitals, and straight cath
• SWAT RN available for difficult IV access
• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
• Average patient length of stay is 4–5 days; fast-paced, high-turnover unit

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — pending certifications are not accepted
• Neuro experience is a plus
• Ability to interpret EKGs and cardiac rhythms
• Competency in sterile technique, including Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam prior to offer confirmation (2 attempts allowed)
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Valid driver's license required

Additional Information

• Candidates must permanently reside at least 50 miles from the facility; permanent address is verified via driver's license
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; those employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• A pass/fail sterile technique assessment (Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes) is administered on Day 1 of orientation via SIMs Lab — nurses have been dismissed for breaking sterile field
• SIMs Lab also includes educational components for lifts, restraints, and wound care
• Floor-specific orientation is 2 days
• Bedside report is standard practice on this unit
• Steel gray scrubs required
• Natural hair color and no facial piercings required; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Travelers are required to have their own personal vehicle
• Holidays are covered based on unit rotation