Travel RN Float Pool Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele/PCU Float Pool position at an acute care hospital in Arizona, requiring at least 2 years of experience and the ability to float across multiple units and campuses.

Details

• Float pool assignment covering MedSurg Tele and PCU units across two campuses, including inpatients holding in the ED
• West Campus Stepdown unit has 14 rooms (double occupancy) with an average census of 20; West MedSurg Tele has 95 beds divided into 4 areas organized in 10-room pods (double occupancy)
• East Campus is a smaller, similar setup with ICU and stepdown patients in a 10-bed double-occupancy unit
• Patient population includes geriatric patients, ortho patients, post-procedural cardiac patients (post-MI, post-cardiac cath, CABG post-op day 3–4), and patients requiring groin site care in stepdown
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: PCU 1:4, MedSurg Tele 1:5–6
• RNs are required to titrate drips including Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin
• Respiratory equipment includes CPAP/BiPAP at night in MedSurg; BiPAP, CPAP, and heated high-flow oxygen in PCU
• Monitor techs cover PCU and MedSurg Tele; RNs must be able to independently interpret cardiac rhythm strips
• Charting is done in Cerner
• 12-hour shifts, 7a–7p (days)
• Every other weekend required
• Travelers are included in the permanent staff holiday rotation
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Unit assignments are communicated by text message from the staffing office approximately 2 hours prior to shift start
• The two campuses are approximately 20–25 minutes apart; travelers must be flexible with unit assignments across both locations

Requirements

• Active AZ RN license or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with at least 1 year in a PCU setting
• Proficiency with telemetry interpretation and titrating drips (Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Insulin)
• Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam (basic or advanced) with a score of at least 80% within two attempts prior to offer confirmation
• Two 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
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

Additional Information

• Provide float pool nursing care across MedSurg Tele and PCU units, adapting to varying patient acuity and unit environments
• Nurse aides are available across all settings
• Each unit has a dedicated charge nurse who does not take a patient assignment
• Orientation consists of an 8-hour general hospital orientation day, followed by a 12-hour shift on West MedSurg Tele and a 12-hour shift on West PCU; East Campus orientation is similar in structure
• A pass/fail sterile technique test (Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes) is administered on the first day of orientation
• Scheduling is managed by a float pool scheduler and is published 6 weeks out in 4-week blocks; travelers must remain flexible; night shift may accommodate block scheduling requests
• Scrub color is currently solid professional colors; transitioning to navy scrubs in October in alignment with Dignity Health guidelines
• Travelers are expected to secure housing that supports timely response across both campuses given the float pool nature of the role

American Traveler Job ID #P-713971. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

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.

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