Med Surg Tele Float Pool RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,131/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care595 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg/Tele Float Pool RN with Level 1 trauma center experience for a 13-week night shift assignment.
Details
- Acute care Level 1 trauma hospital setting
- Float pool supporting multiple med-surg, telemetry, neuro, and observation units
- Units include Tower 5-8 (med/surg, oncology, lung transplant, cardiac surgery, trauma, organ transplant), Neuro units 5N/6N/7NNB (stroke, neuro, epilepsy, ENT, migraines), and 6HLT/7HLT (cardiac procedures and observation)
- May also float to Neuro Rehab, Surgical Landing Zone, ED Holds, Zone 4, and to Westgate and Laveen campuses
- Typical patient ratios range from 1:3-6, with 1:4-5 ratios at Westgate and Laveen
- 12-hour night shifts, 7PM-7:30AM
- 4 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday) required per 4-week period
- Holiday coverage required based on unit needs
- Schedule provided 4 weeks in advance and may be adjusted with 2 weeks notice based on hospital needs
- No on-call requirement, though staff may be placed on standby with a 30-minute response time during low census
- Uses Cerner EMR
- 2 shifts of orientation (one on unit, one in ED Holds), with a third as needed
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certification (AHA) required
- NIHSS certification preferred but not required
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg/Tele experience required
- Level 1 trauma center and teaching hospital experience required
- Must pass a Basic Dysrhythmia exam with an 80% score within 2 attempts prior to contract confirmation
- Must pass a Day 1 SIMs Lab skills assessment for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes, including maintaining sterile field
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care across multiple med-surg, telemetry, neuro, and observation units as part of a float pool team
- Must be willing to float to any assigned unit without refusal
- Complete bedside reporting and a two-person skin assessment within the first 4 hours of each shift
- Report to charge RN station on each unit to receive assignment and change department code with each clocking
- Expected to be on the unit by shift start time to participate in shift huddle
- Staffing office is off-site; assignment notifications are sent via GroupMe text or phone call 30-60 minutes in advance
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility per state radius requirement, verified by driver's license
- No local rate offered for this position
- Candidates who failed the Dysrhythmia or Sterile Technique exams within the past 6 months in the Arizona or Sacramento region are ineligible
- Candidates directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility within the past year are not eligible; PRN employment through outside staffing firms is acceptable
Facility
Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 595 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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