Travel Medical-Surgical RN in Prescott Valley, AZ

An opportunity is available for experienced Registered Nurses to provide critical care in a dynamic medical-surgical intensive care unit. This travel assignment is based in Prescott Valley, AZ, offering exposure to a variety of advanced patient care scenarios in a well-regarded hospital setting.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current RN license with Medical/Surgical ICU experience.
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required.
• Strong EKG interpretation skills.
• Experience with titrating critical care drips such as pressors, sedation, paralytics, and antiarrhythmics.
• Familiarity with critical care procedures and equipment including arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, chest tubes, extraventricular drains (EVD), and advanced ventilation management.
• Preferred skills: Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and Prismaflex continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
• Ability to perform manual proning and manage complex diagnoses including COVID-19 respiratory failure, post-surgical cardiac care, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and cardiac device management.
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam with a minimum score of 80% within two attempts prior to contract signing.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive care to critically ill patients in 12-bed CVICU, 8-bed Medical/Surgical ICU, and up to 20-bed Progressive Care Unit.
• Collaborate with intensivists, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Manage ventilators and troubleshoot respiratory support equipment including BiPAP, CPAP, HFNC, and Vapotherm.
• Provide rapid response and code blue interventions when necessary.
• Maintain patient-to-nurse ratios ranging from 1:1 to 1:4, depending on acuity.

Location Insights: Prescott Valley, nestled in central Arizona, offers a picturesque setting with a mild four-season climate perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The community blends small-town charm with access to regional amenities, cultural events, and natural attractions like hiking, fishing, and scenic mountain views.

Schedule & Shift Details:

• 12-hour shifts, typically 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Weekend commitment: Four shifts per pay period including nights and days.
• Schedule created four weeks in advance with some self-scheduling and trade flexibility.
• Floating required across ICU, PCU, and MST units as part of core staff rotations.

Additional Information:

• Strict radius and employment restrictions apply for candidates with prior experience in select affiliated healthcare systems.
• Orientation includes general hospital onboarding plus unit-specific preceptorship.
• Professional scrub attire required; transition to navy scrubs planned.
• Call may be required approximately once every six weeks, dependent on census.

This travel assignment is ideal for critical care nurses seeking a challenging environment with a diverse patient population and advanced practice opportunities. Candidates with proven critical care expertise who thrive in fast-paced units are encouraged to apply.

Apply now to explore this unique travel nursing position in Arizona’s scenic Prescott Valley and enhance your critical care nursing career.