Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Medical Care (IMC)

Lifepoint Health®; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance and certification

Loan assistance

401(k) matching

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Havasu Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Intermediate Care Unit (IMC). This full-time, night-shift role (3x12) includes every other weekend and shared holiday coverage in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Join a 30-bed unit with a 1:3-1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio and opportunities to manage complex drips and cardiac/trauma patients.

Arizona RN license and ADN required; BSN preferred. BLS, ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Current Arizona or Compact State RN license.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year Med/Surg/Telemetry experience.
• BLS required by hospital orientation.
• ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate care for patients moved from ICU to IMC.
• Execute plan of care including medication administration and treatments.
• Develop nursing care plans with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to care team, physician, patient and family.
• May float to Med/Surg unit or ICU/ED if trained (experienced).

Skills

Med/Surg/Telemetry experience

Critical care awareness

Education

Arizona or Compact RN license

ADN from accredited nursing school

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Intermediate Care Unit (IMC)
Job Type: Full-time (0.9 FTE) | Nights
Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Candidates
Schedule: 3x12, Nights (7p-7a), Every Other Weekend, Shared Holiday Coverage
Your Experience Matters
Havasu Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an IMC RN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More About Our Team
Join our dynamic 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit (1:3-1:4 ratio) in a thriving rural setting, where top-performing nurses are known for growth, autonomy, and exceptional teamwork. We\'re seeking proactive professionals to manage complex drips (Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dobutamine) and diverse cardiac/trauma patients.
Why Join Our Team?

• Never a Dull Day: Work in a true step-down environment supporting our Level 3 Trauma and Cardiac Receiving Center.
• Proactive Culture: We need problem-solvers who embody our core values and drive patient-centered care.
• Unmatched Growth: Learn advanced skills like inserting mid-lines and pulling chest tubes, with clear pathways to transition into our ICU/Open Heart program or Emergency Department.
• Team & Community: Regular potlucks, team building, and hospital-sponsored events (Movie Nights, Dueling Pianos).
• Shared Governance: Monthly staff meetings focused on improving unit excellence.

How You\'ll Contribute
A IMC RN who excels in this role:

• Provide appropriate care for patients moved from ICU to IMC, utilizing critical care skills and professionalism.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment for Angio and Medical Surgery units in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Develops nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• May float to Med/Surg unit or ICU/ED if trained (experienced).

Why join us
We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We\'re Looking For
Applicants should have a current Arizona or Compact State RN license and possess an Associate\'s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSN) preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year Med/Surg/Telemetry experience required; IMC/PCU or ICU experience preferred
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required by completion of hospital orientation
• Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months of hire

Connect with a Recruiter: Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Jaclyn by emailing [e-mail]
More About Havasu Regional Medical Center
Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed community hospital with the resources and the technology to serve as a regional healthcare provider. It\'s a compassionate place that combines the best in local hometown care with the latest in world-class medical technology. We are proud to be The Joint Commission-accredited and Medicare-certified.
EEOC Statement
Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.