Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU/Telemetry

Job Overview

This position is for a highly skilled Registered Nurse specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Telemetry nursing. The role requires the ability to provide comprehensive patient care, including evaluation, planning, implementation, and documentation. Registered Nurses will assist physicians during examinations and procedures, administer medications, and perform various patient tests within their scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor assigned patients to assess health status.
• Plan, implement, and document nursing care effectively.
• Assist physicians with examinations and medical procedures.
• Administer medications and perform various patient tests as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care skills to promote independence.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Float between departments and facilities as required.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse License in Arizona.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in PCU or Telemetry settings.
• Familiarity with cardiac drips, and knowledge of TAVRs and Watchman mitral clips is preferred.
• Experience with Cerner EMR is required.
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Work Schedule

This position requires working Day shifts with a typical schedule of 3 shifts per week. Candidates must be open to floating between multiple locations within the region and will work six weekend shifts in a six-week schedule.

Work Environment

The role entails working in a fast-paced healthcare environment with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 6:1, requiring both expertise and a compassionate approach to patient care.