Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Phoenix, AZ
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,890/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a collaborative Phoenix, Arizona healthcare team as a travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) providing compassionate, evidence-based care in an inpatient rehabilitation and medical-surgical setting. In this 13-week travel nursing contract, you will support patients working toward recovery and greater independence while delivering safe, patient-centered care. Phoenix offers abundant sunshine, diverse dining and cultural experiences, and easy access to scenic desert parks and outdoor recreation.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Position Type: 13-week travel RN contract
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680–$1,770
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- Openings: 2
- Healthcare Setting: Inpatient rehabilitation and medical-surgical nursing care
Med/Surg Registered Nurse Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Arizona
- At least 1 year of bedside clinical nursing experience; 2 years of medical-surgical or inpatient rehabilitation experience is highly preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before the first shift
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required before the first shift
- Ability to provide safe, organized, and patient-centered care during overnight nursing shifts
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, delegation, prioritization, and documentation skills
Med/Surg RN Responsibilities
- Complete nursing assessments within required timeframes and develop individualized plans of care
- Deliver direct patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Support patients and families through education related to diagnoses, treatment plans, safety, and discharge preparation
- Participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation planning and provide timely updates on patient progress and changing conditions
- Document assessments, interventions, outcomes, and patient responses accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record
- Communicate significant changes in patient status to the appropriate members of the healthcare team
- Delegate appropriately and provide direction, training, and supervision to nursing support staff
- Promote patient and staff safety by following infection prevention, safe patient handling, fall prevention, and workplace safety practices
- Initiate discharge planning from admission and reinforce patient education to support successful transitions of care
- Prioritize workload effectively, contribute to a positive nursing team environment, and assume charge nurse responsibilities as requested following orientation
Apply now to join this Phoenix travel nursing opportunity and make a difference as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse on the night shift.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
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GHR Healthcare
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About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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