RN: Telemetry

Job Description:

Provide care as a Registered Nurse on a Med Surg/Telemetry unit serving patients with medical conditions such as pneumonia, COPD, acute kidney injury, and occasional postoperative needs. This travel assignment includes overnight shifts, telemetry monitoring, stable tracheostomy and BiPAP patients, and non-titrated heparin and Lasix infusions. Nurses verify telemetry strips, collaborate with support staff, and may float to stable, low-acuity areas when needed. Recent Epic experience, BLS certification, and recent Level I or II trauma experience are required; ACLS is preferred.

Weather:

Yuma typically offers sunny, dry conditions with comfortable daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. The low humidity and abundant sunshine make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities, though a light layer is useful after sunset.

Fun Things To Do:

• Desert Adventure: Explore the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge for scenic desert landscapes, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing.
• Historic Yuma: Visit Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and learn about the area’s frontier history.
• River Recreation: Spend time along the Colorado River with walking trails, kayaking, or a relaxing picnic.
• Day Trip to Quartzsite: Browse distinctive shops, desert treasures, and local attractions in this nearby desert community.
• Day Trip to Algodones: Cross the border for a change of scenery, local shopping, and regional dining in Los Algodones, Mexico.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Yuma, Arizona Shift: 12-hour nights Duration: 13 weeks Hours: 48 hours per week