Registered Nurse (RN) / Cardiac Observation

Talented Medical Solutions; Arizona; On-site; USD 88,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center in Arizona is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week Cardiac Observation Unit assignment. This COU role focuses on high-acuity cardiac care, pre- and post-procedure patients, with days shifts and 36 hours per week.

Start ASAP or July 13, 2026, with rotational call roughly every 4–6 weeks. Active AZ or Compact RN license, BLS, ACLS required.

Qualifications

• Active Arizona RN license or Compact RN license.
• BLS certification.
• 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.
• Experience in PACU, ICU, Telemetry, Cath Lab or Surgery Center may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Care for high-acuity cardiac patients in COU before and after procedures.
• Assist with bedside procedures, including TEE and cardioversions.
• Admit and assess patients entering the COU; prepare for cath lab procedures.
• Chart review, IV initiation and pre-procedure checks.
• Administer medications and monitor patient condition closely.
• Document nursing care accurately and ensure safe discharge.
• Collaborate with physicians and the cardiac care team to optimize outcomes.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Clinical assessment

Critical-thinking

Rotational call readiness

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Observation Unit (COU)

Exciting 13-Week Travel RN Opportunity | Days | $75/hr | Northwest Medical Center

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in Cardiac Observation, ICU, PACU, Telemetry, Cath Lab, or Surgery Center? Take your skills to the next level with this exciting 13-week travel assignment at Northwest Medical Center!

Join a high-acuity Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) where you’ll play a critical role in caring for patients before and after cardiac procedures while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Observation Unit

Location: Arizona

Contract: 13 Weeks

Hours: 36 Hours/Week

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0600–1830, 0700–1930, or 0800–2030

Start Date: ASAP / July 13, 2026

Call: Rotational, approximately once every 6 weeks; may be as frequent as once every 4 weeks

Weekend Call: Saturday 0700–1700 and Sunday 0700–1400

About the Cardiac Observation Unit

The Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) provides specialized care for Cath Lab patients before and after procedures. This is a fast-paced environment caring for high-risk, high-acuity cardiac patients.

The team takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care and achieving superb outcomes. Nurses may also assist with bedside procedures including:

• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
• Cardioversions (CV)
• Admit and assess patients entering the Cardiac Observation Unit.
• Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, including chart review, pre-procedure checklists, IV initiation, and access-site preparation.
• Prepare patients for cardioversions and TEE procedures.
• 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.
• Complete accurate nursing documentation and ensure safe physical discharge.
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary cardiac care team to promote excellent patient outcomes.

Must-Have Requirements

• Active Arizona RN license or Compact RN license
• BLS certification
• 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
• Candidates with experience in the following areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis:
• PACU
• ICU
• Telemetry
• Cath Lab
• Surgery Center

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. If you thrive in high-acuity settings, enjoy procedural nursing, and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, this COU assignment could be a great fit for you!