Registered Nurse (RN) / Cardiac Observation

About the Role

Exciting 13-week travel Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in the Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) at Northwest Medical Center. This high-acuity unit specializes in caring for patients before and after cardiac procedures, offering a fast-paced environment with a focus on exceptional patient care and outcomes.

Assignment Details

Contract: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, day shifts (0600–1830, 0700–1930, or 0800–2030). Start date: ASAP or July 13, 2026. Rotational call required approximately once every 6 weeks (may be as frequent as once every 4 weeks), including weekend call (Saturday 0700–1700 and Sunday 0700–1400).

About the Cardiac Observation Unit

The COU provides specialized care for Cath Lab patients before and after procedures. Nurses in this unit may assist with bedside procedures, including:

• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
• Cardioversions (CV)
• Post-cardiac catheterization recovery
• Conscious sedation recovery

Responsibilities

• Admit and assess patients entering the Cardiac Observation Unit.
• Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization, cardioversions, and TEE procedures, including chart review, pre-procedure checklists, IV initiation, and access-site preparation.
• Recover patients following cardiac catheterization procedures involving conscious sedation.
• Assist with bedside procedures by sedating, circulating, and documenting care for CV and TEE procedures.
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions within RN scope of practice.
• Monitor patients closely and recognize changes in condition promptly.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Provide comprehensive discharge education and instructions.
• Complete accurate nursing documentation and ensure safe physical discharge.
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary cardiac care team to promote excellent patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Active Arizona RN license or Compact RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity cardiac environment.
• Flexibility to participate in the required rotational call schedule.

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates with experience in the following areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis:

• PACU
• ICU
• Telemetry
• Cath Lab
• Surgery Center

Pay

$75 per hour.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an RN looking to expand their cardiac and procedural experience while working in a specialized observation environment. Ideal for those who thrive in high-acuity settings, enjoy procedural nursing, and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.