Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Tucson, AZ
Voca Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,423/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$596/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,827/week
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
To be considered for this Banner PCU/Adult Health Overflow RN position in Tucson, AZ, candidates need:
Experience and licensure:
- At least 24 months of PCU experience, with recent experience within the last 12 months.
- Previous travel experience required in the job description, despite being listed as highly preferred elsewhere.
- Level I trauma and large-hospital experience preferred.
- Active RN authorization to practice in Arizona, verified within the last 30 days, with no license disciplinary hits.
- Must reside outside Arizona; a driver’s license is required to verify residency.
Certifications and submission documents:
- Active BLS and ACLS. The posting accepts AHA, ARC, or ASHI in one section but specifies AHA elsewhere; confirm approved providers.
- Completed Banner cover page listing acceptable facilities, shifts, departments, and all requested time off.
- Resume listing facilities, departments, trauma levels, and hospital bed counts.
- PCU skills checklist completed within the last 12 months.
- License verification, certification copies, and driver’s license.
- Must meet Banner’s background-check standards.
Schedule and floating:
- Days, 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Work on the overflow unit task force, floating among overflow areas and adult units caring for med-surg, PCU, and IMC patients.
- Possible floating to South Campus.
- Weekend and call requirements determined by the facility.
- Navy scrubs required.
Start date and time off:
- Must start on the listed date or within one week afterward.
- Maximum 7 days of RTO, declared on the cover page; none during the first week.
- The description references an end-of-September start, so confirm the current start date.
Important hours detail: 36 hours scheduled, but only 24 guaranteed. Banner may cancel one shift; confirm how often that cancellation allowance applies.
Employer
Voca Healthcare
50 nurses recommend working with Voca Healthcare
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
Recommends working with Voca Healthcare
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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.
About Tucson, AZ
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- A car is recommended for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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