Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Phoenix, AZ
Voca Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,973/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start Date11/23/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays, Nights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

16% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse pay in Arizona

Estimated total pay

$2,973/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,008/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,965/week

Benefits

Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Guaranteed Hours

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

Arizona Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

PICU RN – Travel | Phoenix, AZ (Nights)

Facility: Pediatric hospital, floats between Main Campus (Phoenix) and Arrowhead campus (Glendale)
Shift: Days, and Nights, 3 × 12s (36 hrs/week)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: 11/23

About the Assignment:

Primary assignment: acute care trach/vent patients across all ICU locations
When trach/vent assignments aren’t available, may care for other acute care ICU patients or float to an acute care unit
Works closely with the care team, patients, and families to deliver age-appropriate, evidence-based nursing care

Requirements:

2+ years RN experience in pediatric acute care
Proficiency in caring for trach/vent-dependent patients
Children’s hospital experience preferred
ADN, BSN, or Diploma in Nursing
Active AZ or compact multistate RN license (or ability to obtain AZ license before start)
BLS and PALS (American Heart Association)

Vaccination:

Flu vaccine required Oct–April (exemptions must be approved by the facility before start)
COVID-19 vaccine recommended, not required
Unvaccinated staff must sign declination forms and mask during respiratory virus season

Why work with Ashley and Voca Healthcare? With 10+ years of experience in healthcare staffing, I specialize in making your travel assignment as smooth as possible. I offer dedicated support throughout your contract, PTO for our travelers, and strong advocacy to protect your license every step of the way. Let’s talk about how I can help you land this role!

Employer

Voca Healthcare

4.2rating(85 reviews)

50 nurses recommend working with Voca Healthcare

Anonymous

Pharmacy Technician (Allied Health Professional)

5.0rating

Pros

I met her a year ago, and was wanting to travel but I didn’t have my multi-state licenses yet. She remembered me! Not long ago she reached out to me and said she wanted to help me and that she had some terrific leads. She got me into a job in Wisconsin, and she checks on me all the time. I couldn’t ask for a better recruiter and friend! I am so blessed to have been one of her clients! I will send everyone I know to her!! ❤️"

Cons

None

Review of Christie Bennett on Jul 8, 2026

Recommends working with Voca Healthcare

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About

As a Voca Traveler, you will gain new clinical skills, visit amazing places and meet awesome healthcare professionals.

As a travel health professional, your experience and dedication to patient care is in high demand throughout the United States. Whether you are a veteran traveler looking for your next opportunity, or you are looking to travel for the first time, Voca is here to support you. Voca’s experienced and dedicated travel team works in concert with you every step of the way. Our long-standing partnerships with some of the most respected and recognized healthcare organizations in the country allow us to identify career opportunities to help you increase your knowledge and experience while working with some of the best physicians and healthcare professionals in the world. At Voca, we strongly believe a better career results in a happier you. We are here to help you find a position that is professionally and personally rewarding.

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About Phoenix, AZ

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.

Furnished Housing

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.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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