Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Med/Surg
Location: Prescott Valley, AZ
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,400 to $2,500 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Peds Med/Surg RN in Prescott Valley, Arizona, 86312!

RN – MedSurg/Telemetry & Pediatrics (Mixed Unit) | Travel Contract

Location: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314-2245

Pay: $2,500/week

Shift: 12-hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Schedule: Every Other Weekend (EOW)

Radius Rule: 50 miles

Position Overview

We are seeking a strong Registered Nurse (RN) to work in a mixed MedSurg/Telemetry & Pediatrics unit . This role requires flexibility to care for both adult and pediatric patients , with floating based on census needs.

Required Qualifications

• Active RN License (AZ or Compact) – Required
• BLS, ACLS & PALS – Required
• Experience working with pediatric and adult patients – Required
• Must pass Dysrhythmia Exam (2 attempts allowed prior to contract signing)

Unit Details

• 10-bed mixed unit (Pediatrics + MST)
• Patient Ratios:
  • Pediatrics: 1:3–4
  • Adult MST/Telemetry: 1:5
• Charge RN oversees ~50 inpatient beds (MST, PEDS, MCU)

Patient Population

• Adult Surgical Cases:
  • Total hip/knee replacements
  • Small bowel resection
  • Hysterectomy, exploratory lap
• Adult Medical Cases:
  • MRSA, C-diff
  • COPD, pneumonia, COVID
  • Chest pain (telemetry patients)
• Pediatrics (MedSurg Level):
  • RSV, influenza, COVID
  • Seizures (chronic)
  • Dehydration, appendectomy, FTT
  • No vents/trachs/feeding tubes (stabilize & transfer if needed)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care for both adult and pediatric patients
• Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms
• Assist in stabilizing higher-acuity patients for transfer
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Float to other units based on census needs

Equipment & Support

• Remote Monitor Techs available
• RNs responsible for tele strip interpretation
• Pediatric bedside monitors
• RT Support: High-flow oxygen, BiPAP (stable chronic patients)

Staffing & Support

• Nurse Aides (NA): Typically 10 patients per NA
• If no NA: RN assumes reduced patient load with primary care responsibilities

Scheduling & Requirements

• 12-hour shifts (0700–1930 / 1900–0730)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Rotating holidays
• Standby: Possible during low census (rotational)

Floating Requirements

• Float to:
  • MST / MCU units (adult care)
  • Birthing unit (mom-baby couplets)
• May float to L&D only if experienced
• Will not float to West Campus

Orientation & Dress Code

• Orientation: Hospital + unit-specific (based on experience)
• Scrub Color: Navy

Additional Notes

• First to Float
• Ideal candidate is highly adaptable and clinically strong , as core staff may include newer nurses

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

ACLS, BLS Certification, PALS

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