Stepdown Unit Nurse (RN) in Prescott, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years Stepdown RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Provide skilled nursing care in a stepdown unit float pool supporting multiple departments, including ICU, MedSurg Telemetry, and PCU across two campuses in Prescott, AZ. This contract role requires experienced RNs to manage critical care patients with various cardiac and post-procedural needs in a dynamic hospital environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to geriatric, orthopedic, and post-cardiac procedure patients, including those with groin catheter sites.
• Manage and titrate intravenous drips such as Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Insulin confidently.
• Interpret cardiac monitoring strips independently; collaborate with monitor techs assigned to PCU and MedSurg Tele units.
• Utilize nurse aides and respiratory therapy equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, and heated high flow as appropriate for patients.
• Adhere to unit protocols including a professional scrub dress code transitioning to navy scrubs.
• Participate in shift rotations with approximately every other weekend and holiday coverage; standby call may be required.
• Complete orientation consisting of hospital-wide and department-specific shifts prior to assignment.

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Current RN licensure with a minimum of 1 year ICU experience.
• Certification in BLS and ACLS.
• Successful passing of a dysrhythmia exam within two attempts prior to contract signing (minimum 80% required).
• Nurses must not have held full time, part time, or PRN status at any CommonSpirit Health-affiliated facility in the past year.
• Comfortable working varied 12-hour shifts, including day and night schedules, with schedule posted 6 weeks in advance.
• Ability to manage multiple patients with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4 in PCU and 1:5-6 in MedSurg Tele units.
• Reliable communication skills to receive shift assignments via text message two hours before shifts.

Location Details:Prescott, AZ offers a scenic and peaceful environment nestled among the tall pines and mountains of Northern Arizona. Known for its historic downtown, moderate climate, and a strong sense of community, it provides a balanced lifestyle with outdoor recreation opportunities, local cultural events, and quality amenities. The two hospital campuses are approximately 20-25 minutes apart, allowing for flexibility and exposure to a range of clinical experiences.

This position is a contract role within a float pool covering multiple specialties. Candidates must be flexible with unit assignments and able to work within the established scheduling framework. Apply today to contribute advanced nursing skills in a supportive and challenging setting.