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Med Surg Tele Nurse
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85013
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 32.5-58.9 HOUR
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN), within their scope of practice, is responsible to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to a designated group of healthcare consumers across the continuum. Provides services which encompass the spiritual, physiological, social, and psychological aspects of care of the sick, prevention of disease, or conservation of health.
Assess patient/family health problems and resources, taking a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care. Provides professional nursing care and interventions to acutely ill adult patient populations. Position requires providing service to one or more age groups including young adults through geriatric patients in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee will support the organization's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the hospital wide performance improvement plan.
NOTE:
May be required to float to SJHMC as well as SJWMC as needed
Job Requirements
Minimum:
Education:
Associates Degree in Nursing
Bachelor's Preferred
Experience:
Two (2) years of Nursing Experience in an Acute care facility
Two (2) years of Nursing Experience in Specialty
Licensure:
RN AZ or Compact
Certifications:
American Heart Association BLS
American Heart Associateion ACLS
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Frequently asked questions
Med Surg Tele Nurses utilize advanced telemetry systems to monitor vital signs and patient conditions from a distance, enabling quick interventions. In Phoenix, with facilities like St. Joseph's, nurses coordinate closely with on-site teams to deliver specialized care for acute adult patients, ensuring seamless communication and timely responses.
In Arizona, particularly at Catholic Health Initiatives, having an RN license (AZ or compact) alongside American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications is crucial. These credentials ensure Med Surg Tele Nurses are equipped to handle critical telemetry monitoring and acute care interventions effectively.
Daily duties include assessing telemetry data, implementing care plans for adults with complex conditions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Nurses also provide education, manage emergencies, and support patients’ physiological and psychological needs, adapting to the diverse age groups seen in Phoenix hospitals.
Phoenix has a growing demand for skilled Med Surg Tele Nurses due to its expanding healthcare infrastructure. Competition is moderate, with employers like Catholic Health Initiatives seeking nurses with telemetry expertise and acute care experience, making certification and specialized skills key differentiators.
Phoenix's traffic patterns, especially during rush hours, can affect commute times to major hospitals like St. Joseph’s. Nurses often plan shifts to avoid peak congestion, and proximity to public transit or carpooling options are considered for smoother daily travel.
Catholic Health Initiatives provides a faith-based mission-driven environment with access to leading quaternary care centers such as Barrow Neurological Institute. Nurses benefit from comprehensive orientations, strong community ties, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, nationally recognized setting.
The organization’s focus on quality and education, including partnerships with Creighton University School of Medicine, offers Med Surg Tele Nurses pathways to specialize in areas like neurorehabilitation or trauma care, fostering skill development and leadership roles within a respected healthcare system.
Med Surg Tele Nurses in Phoenix typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Facilities like Catholic Health Initiatives offer competitive pay aligned with the region’s acute care nursing market, plus potential benefits reflecting the hospital’s not-for-profit status.
Positions predominantly involve adult patient care spanning young adults to geriatrics, with emphasis on acute illness and telemetry monitoring. While pediatric med surg nursing exists, the tele nurse role at Catholic Health Initiatives centers on adult acute care within specialized hospital units.
Med Surg Tele Nurses specialize in continuous remote monitoring of cardiac and vital signs through telemetry technology, requiring proficiency in interpreting data and rapid response. Traditional Med Surg Nurses focus more on bedside care without the intensive use of telemetry equipment.