Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Phoenix, AZ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Telemetry (Trauma/Ortho/Surgical)

Location

Phoenix, AZ

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 30-bed Trauma, Orthopedic, and Surgical unit with a 1:4–5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Care for a high volume of post-operative transplant, Whipple procedure, spine, orthopedic joint, and trauma patients
• Monitor and interpret telemetry using Philips monitoring systems; manage patients on BiPAP and CPAP
• Perform and maintain competency in sterile field procedures including Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes as validated through SIMs Lab on Day 1 of orientation
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR
• Float as needed to Medical/Telemetry units or alternate campuses; fulfill weekend requirement of 3 shifts per 4-week period and participate in holiday rotation with permanent staff

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of Telemetry experience
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to assignment acceptance (two attempts permitted); must demonstrate competency in sterile field technique and pass Day 1 SIMs Lab skills assessment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for post-operative transplant or complex surgical patients such as Whipple procedures
• Familiarity with Philips telemetry monitoring systems
• Prior travel nursing experience with ability to adapt quickly to new unit environments

Why Join Us

• Work alongside a well-supported team with 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, 24/7 Pharmacy, a dedicated Charge RN, SWAT IV Team, and Nurse Aide support
• Gain exposure to a high-acuity, diverse surgical and trauma patient population in a Level 1 Trauma facility