Registered Nurse - Med Surg Telemetry
Location: Prescott Valley, AZ
Start Date: 01-13-2026
End Date: 04-14-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating nights (12-hour), 7:30 PM - 7:30 AM; every other weekend (Friday & Saturday) and holiday rotation; may include standby/low-census rotation and float assignments to Multi Care and Pediatric units
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver high-quality MedSurg and telemetry care
- Continuously monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry strips, responding to dysrhythmias appropriately
- Administer medications and treatments safely, following hospital protocols
- Document all patient care accurately and efficiently in Cerner
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and safe transitions
- Precept and mentor nursing students and new staff when asked, contributing to the unit's learning culture
- Float to related units as needed, providing adaptable care across MST, PCU, and Pediatric settings
- Participate in standby/rotation and holiday scheduling as required to support unit coverage
Qualifications
- Active RN license (able to submit to the employer)
- Minimum 2 years overall RN experience (per job posting) with at least 1 year in MedSurg
- Required certifications: BLS and ACLS current
- Must be able to read and interpret telemetry and pass dysrhythmia exam with 80% within two attempts prior to contract
- Comfortable working 12-hour night shifts and floating to other units
- Cerner charting experience preferred
- Willingness to precept nursing students and work within facility radius/employment restrictions noted by employer
Education
- Active RN license required
- BSN preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm/dysrhythmia interpretation
- Solid MedSurg (MST/PCU) clinical skills and prioritization
- Experience with CPAP/BiPAP care for stable patients
- Familiarity with remote monitor workflows and collaborating with monitor techs
- Ability to work within specified nurse-to-patient ratios (typically 1:5-6)
- Strong clinical documentation skills in Cerner and clear interdisciplinary communication
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your contract comfortable and convenient
- Competitive pay with overtime and holiday differentials
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current and mobile
- Medical, dental, and vision options to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
- 401(k) retirement savings options and other financial perks
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and get rewarded
- A supportive team that values your skills, growth, and well-being
Travel Perks: Explore Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley sits near the beautiful Prescott area and offers plenty of outdoor adventure. Explore hiking and mountain-biking trails including Thumb Butte and the Granite Dells with scenic rock formations and lakeside views at Watson Lake. Enjoy a charming historic downtown in nearby Prescott with local restaurants, breweries, and the famous Whiskey Row. For weekend escapes, Sedona's red rock country and scenic drives are within easy reach, and Flagstaff offers winter skiing and year-round mountain recreation. Plenty of parks, golf courses, community events, and opportunities for day trips make this a great spot for travel clinicians who like to mix work with adventure.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med Surg Telemetry? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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