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Nurse Medical Special Precautions Unit
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85013
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 35-58.63 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
We are offering a $10K sign on bonus to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
Medical-Surgical 4 West provides high-quality patient centered care to individuals with a variety of medical conditions and surgical needs. Patients on the unit may be hospitalized for surgery illness or testing and observation with various diagnoses. The unit mission is to promote healing ensure patient safety and enhance recovery through evidence-based practices interdisciplinary collaboration and compassionate care.
As our Medical Surgical Nurse at SJHMC, you’ll excel in your nursing career by providing care to patients admitted to our unit. Most of your patients are funneled in from other units providing you with the opportunity to build on your education and experience in specialized service lines such as cardiac, telemetry, orthopedics, neurology, critical care, surgical services, and emergency.
Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others - with a patient-first mindset. Keen assessment skills, critical thinking, and a sense of urgency support your career advancement and you thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment where you will rarely experience the same day twice.
Responsibilities
- Except to deliver care to 4-6 patients per shift
- Administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, and chart with timely documentation
- Collaborate with a variety of other healthcare professionals such as social work, care coordination, physical therapy, occupational therapy, lab, respiratory therapy, and imaging
- Potential to be cross-trained into Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Job Requirements
Requirements:
Experience:
One (1) year of RN experience within applicable clinical specialty
Education:
ADN
BSN Preferred
Licensure:
An active Arizona RN license or a Compact State RN license
American Heart Association BLS
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Frequently asked questions
Nurses in the Medical Special Precautions Unit focus intensely on infection prevention and patient safety while managing complex surgical and medical cases. Their daily tasks include administering meds, close vital signs monitoring, and interdisciplinary coordination, which distinguishes this role from general nursing jobs by its specialized care environment and patient acuity.
In Phoenix, expertise in infection control, telemetry monitoring, and rapid patient assessment are highly prized. Given the region’s healthcare demands, nurses proficient in evidence-based protocols and cross-disciplinary teamwork stand out, especially those with BLS certification and Arizona RN licensure, reflecting local regulatory and clinical expectations.
Yes, nurses in this specialty can advance into roles such as infection prevention nurse, patient safety coordinator, or clinical operations nurse. Phoenix’s expanding healthcare infrastructure, including facilities like St. Joseph’s, offers pathways for specialization in critical care, neurology, and quality management, fostering career development.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible nurses, emphasizing their commitment to attracting skilled professionals. Beyond financial incentives, the organization fosters a compassionate work culture and interdisciplinary collaboration, creating a supportive environment for those dedicated to patient safety and specialized care.
Catholic Health Initiatives integrates advanced quaternary care and a nationally recognized trauma center, offering nurses exposure to complex cases and specialized service lines. Their emphasis on humankindness and evidence-based practices cultivates a unique blend of compassionate care and clinical excellence not always found elsewhere in Phoenix.
Phoenix shows strong demand for acute care nurses with infection prevention expertise due to its large healthcare network and specialized centers. Competition is moderate; candidates with Arizona RN licensure, telemetry experience, and BLS certification have a distinct advantage in securing roles within leading institutions like St. Joseph’s.
Typical compensation for this nursing role in Phoenix ranges between $70,000 and $85,000 annually, reflecting local market rates for medical-surgical nurses with specialized skills in infection control and telemetry. Additional benefits and sign-on bonuses may increase overall remuneration, particularly at Catholic Health Initiatives.
Infection prevention is central to this role, as nurses handle patients with varied medical complexities and surgical needs. Proficiency in infection control protocols directly impacts patient safety and recovery outcomes, aligning with Catholic Health Initiatives’ commitment to high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.
Nurses encounter diverse cases ranging from critical care to neuro-rehabilitation, requiring quick decision-making and adaptability. The fast-paced environment at St. Joseph’s hospital demands strong critical thinking and collaboration skills to manage patient safety effectively while supporting interdisciplinary teams.
Beyond an active Arizona RN license and BLS certification, credentials like CCRN or specialized infection prevention certificates can enhance a nurse’s qualifications. Arizona’s healthcare institutions value certifications that demonstrate advanced competency in acute care and infection control, boosting employability locally.