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Job Opportunity: RN - Emergency Department

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Contract

Job Description

Provide nursing care to Emergency Room patients using the Nursing Process in accordance with state Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.
Demonstrate critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership to ensure safe patient care delivery in the Emergency Department.
Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education.
Delegate patient care priorities based on staff education and experience.
Provide direction and supervision to assigned personnel delivering patient care.
Must be willing to float between units as needed.
Preferred: Charge Nurse experience.

Facility Information

38-bed facility
Trauma Level III Certified
Stroke Receiving Center
STEMI Receiving Center
EMR System: Cerner (experience required)
Dress Code: Black scrub colors
NIH Stroke Scale certification is recommended but not required

Requirements

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) in Emergency Department
Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years
Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Contract Length

13 weeks (approximately 3 months)

Shift Details

7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (3 shifts of 12 hours each)
Requested start: within 2 weeks of offer acceptance

Facility

Northwest Medical Center

3.1rating(33 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Northwest Medical Center

4.0rating

Pros

I really liked the team work. I feel like someone is always willing to help.

Cons

Sometimes it felt a bit unorganized and the patients felt that energy too.

Aiysha H

Med Surg (RN)

Contract Position Aug '25 - Nov '26

Review of Northwest Medical Center on Jan 16, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
294 beds

ADDRESS6200 North La Cholla BoulevardTucson, AZ 85741

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About Tucson, AZ

As a Travel Emergency Department 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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