SWAT RN

Dignity Health; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 122,783,000 - 182,726,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC) seeks an SWAT RN to manage high-acuity events and unit workflows, delivering rapid, expert emergency care to patients. You will respond to rapid response teams, codes, and stroke calls, provide vascular access, and lead critical situations.

This role requires advanced emergency nursing experience, strong critical care skills, and current NIHSS certification.

Qualifications

• Respond to rapid response, code blue, and code stroke as the primary clinical responder.
• Lead advanced vascular access and USPIV placements.
• Conduct proactive rounds on all nursing units at least twice per shift to assess needs and coordinate resources.
• Mentor and coach nursing staff on competencies, documentation, equipment use, and quality metrics.

Responsibilities

• Respond to rapid response, code blue, and code stroke as primary clinical responder.
• Perform advanced vascular access and USPIV placements; troubleshoot devices.
• Conduct proactive rounds on all units to assess needs and coordinate resources.
• Mentor staff on competencies, documentation, equipment use, and quality metrics.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Critical care

Vascular access

NIHSS familiarity

Education

Associate's degree of Nursing

RN license (Arizona or compact)

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS Certification

PALS within 6 months

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our SWAT RN, you will help clinical teams manage high-acuity events and unit workflows so they can deliver rapid, expert, and coordinated emergency care to every patient.

Every day you will respond to rapid response teams, code blues, and code strokes, provide advanced vascular access, and conduct proactive rounds across all nursing units. You will be expected to lead critical situations, mentor staff, and drive clinical quality metrics.

To be successful in this role, you must possess advanced emergency nursing experience, strong critical care and vascular access skills, and maintain current NIHSS certification.

• Respond to and lead hospital-wide rapid response, code blue, and code stroke calls as the primary clinical responder
• Perform advanced vascular access and USPIV placements while troubleshooting related devices
• Conduct proactive walkthrough rounds on all nursing units at least twice per shift to assess department needs and coordinate resources
• Mentor and coach nursing staff on competencies, documentation, equipment use, and quality metrics

Job Requirements

Required

• Associate's degree of Nursing
• Two (2) years of ICU or SWAT RN experience
• Valid compact state or Arizona RN license
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
• NIHSS Certification within 30 Days
• Ultrasound guided PIV placement/treatment within Six (6) months
• American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within Six (6) months

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree of Nursing
• Three (3) years of ICU experience
• Critical RN Adult/Neonatal/Pediatric/Acute (CCRN)
• Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN)

Where You'll Work

Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction.

Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system.

Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members.

Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect.

Pay Range

$42.85 - $63.77 /hour