ICU Registered Nurse
Phoenix, Arizona
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
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Job info
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) (Days)
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in Phoenix, AZ. This is a temporary assignment at a Level I Trauma Center known for advanced specialty care including high-risk obstetrics, advanced heart care, organ transplantation, and more. The facility is nationally recognized and affiliated with a medical college, providing a collaborative and research-focused environment.
Required Qualifications
- License: Active Arizona RN license or Compact RN license
- Experience: Minimum 24 months of current ICU experience (highest required years of experience)
- Certifications:
- American Heart Association ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Additional Requirements:
- No hits on Nursys license verification at time of submission
- Flu vaccination required (declinations accepted with proper forms)
- Valid Driver’s License (Note: Candidates with an Arizona home address on their driver’s license will NOT be considered)
- Skills checklist specific to ICU discipline
- Resume must include all facilities worked, facility size, bed count, trauma level, and units
- Completion of required learning modules prior to assignment start
- Background requirements specific to the facility must be met and attested to
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel experience is preferred but not required
Assignment Details
- Start date should be on or very soon after the order start date
- Return to Office (RTO) requests must be less than 7 days and cannot be approved during the first week or holidays
- All shifts and departments the traveler is willing to work must be clearly indicated
- Non-billable hours adjusted to 16 hours per assignment
- Assignment may be canceled with 7 days written notice without penalty
Notes
- Candidates with an Arizona driver’s license will not be considered
- Flu vaccination status must be included in submission notes
- The facility assesses a 2% payment discount fee and a 2% technology fee on all transactions
This opportunity is ideal for ICU RNs with strong critical care experience looking for a temporary assignment in a top-tier academic medical center in Phoenix, AZ.
Facility
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
1 nurse recommends working with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
- Short Term Acute Care
- 733 beds
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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