ER RN in Gilbert, Arizona

This tele-intensive RN role in the Emergency Department offers a unique opportunity for nurses with a strong cardiac tele experience to step into a fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for monitoring tele patients, interpreting EKG strips, and safely titrating cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone. The position involves 12-hour day or night shifts, with an emphasis on quick thinking and technical skill, ensuring patients awaiting hospital beds receive timely and precise care. While you'll primarily focus on telemetry, you'll also assist with vital signs, IV starts, and medication administration when needed. No primary ED patient care is required, but the role offers an engaging experience caring for patients from the ER until they are admitted or transferred, all in a hospital setting that values flexibility and teamwork.

Weather:

The climate around this time of year is typically warm and sunny, with clear skies and mild evenings, creating an inviting atmosphere for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s surroundings.

Fun Things To Do:

• Day trip to the Grand Canyon for breathtaking vistas
• Explore the desert landscapes at Usery Mountain Regional Park
• Visit the Phoenix Art Museum
• Discover local farms and orchards on a wine country tour
• Enjoy a scenic drive along the Apache Trail with stunning views

Job Specifics:

Location: Gilbert, AZ
Shift: 12-hour days or nights (7a - 7p or 7p - 7a)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Hourly Rate: approximately $1,824.06 gross per week
Additional details include floating to med/surg/tele/overflow units and mandatory weekend shifts, with a rotating holiday schedule. Orientation involves two shifts at the primary campus, and the role emphasizes tele skills, ECG interpretation, and titrating cardiac drips. The position is ideal for nurses seeking a fast-paced, impactful experience in a hospital environment, working with ER patients awaiting inpatient beds.