Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Tucson, AZ
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,890/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date04/20/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,890/week

Description

Med/Surg Telemetry RN (Travel) – Float Pool | Tucson, AZ (85741)

Med/Surg Telemetry RN travel opportunity in Tucson, AZ — 13-week float pool contract for experienced Med/Surg Tele RNs with an active Arizona RN license, BLS/ACLS, and Cerner experience. Join our team providing acute care and telemetry nursing across multiple hospitals in the Tucson area.

Quick Details

  • Position: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (Travel Nurse, Float Pool)
  • Location: Tucson, Arizona (zip code 85741)
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680 - $1,770
  • Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nurse, 13 weeks)
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: April 20, 2026
  • Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), 36 hrs/wk
  • Weekend Requirement: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
  • Float Pool Facilities: Northwest Medical Center, Oro Valley Hospital, Northwest Houghton, Northwest Sahuarita
  • EMR: Cerner
  • Scrub Color: Any color

Key Qualifications (Med/Surg Tele RN)

  • Minimum 2 years recent Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience or acute care nursing experience
  • Active Arizona RN license (compact not accepted unless AZ licensure requirements met)
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Proficient with Cerner EMR and telemetry monitoring systems
  • Ability and willingness to float between departments and facilities as part of a float pool
  • Strong critical thinking, EKG interpretation, IV therapy, and acute care assessment skills

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, patient-centered care using the nursing process in accordance with the Arizona Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies
  • Provide telemetry monitoring, cardiac assessment, EKG interpretation, medication administration, and IV therapy for diverse patient populations
  • Demonstrate critical thinking, clinical judgment, and leadership for timely, evidence-based patient care
  • Delegate and prioritize patient care based on staff education and experience; supervise assigned personnel
  • Maintain and update clinical competencies through continuing education and unit-specific training
  • Adapt to floating between units and facilities within the float pool while maintaining consistent, high-quality care

Why This Travel Nursing Job (Tucson, Arizona)

  • Work as a travel nurse across multiple hospitals in the Tucson area and expand your clinical experience in acute care and telemetry
  • Competitive weekly pay for experienced Med/Surg Tele RNs
  • Experience with Cerner EMR enhances your travel nursing credentials
  • Explore Tucson’s desert landscapes, outdoor recreation, and vibrant culture between shifts

Ready to join our healthcare team? Apply now for this Med/Surg Tele RN travel contract in Tucson, AZ. For questions or to speak with a recruiter about this travel nurse opportunity, contact us today. Join our float pool and advance your career in telemetry and acute care nursing!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #471847. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg Tele

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Tucson, AZ

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
Transportation
  • Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
  • A car is recommended for getting around.
Demographics
  • Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
  • Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.
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