Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 15 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Telemetry Oncology position requiring an AZ or compact RN license and at least two years of acute care experience.
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Work in an acute care hospital on a 32-bed Med / Surg Oncology Telemetry unitPrimary patient population is 85% oncology and 15% med / surg with telemetry needsTypical patient ratio is 1 : 412-hour night shifts (7 : 00pm–7 : 00am) with a requirement of four weekend shifts per four-week periodRotating holiday coverage is requiredUse of Cerner EMR; Cerner experience preferredPhillips telemetry monitors are used; RNs must interpret EKGsCare for patients on Bipap and Cpap; no hospitalist or intensivist in houseFloat to other Med / Surg or Tele units as needed24 / 7 RT and pharmacy support availableOn-unit support includes a charge nurse with light assignment and two PCTs per shiftFloor-specific orientation provided for two daysDaily responsibilities include care of oncology and med / surg patients, specialty procedures such as Foley catheter insertion, and central line dressing changesSIMs Lab skills assessment is pass / fail and required on day one, particularly related to sterile technique; failure results in ineligibility for 6 monthsAll nurses are expected to demonstrate competence in maintaining sterile fieldsEducational modules on lifts, restraints, and wound care are provided due to facility-specific equipment and policiesScrub color is navy; professional appearance required including no facial piercings and natural hair colorMen must be clean-shaven for fit testingFirst time travelers are eligible to applyCandidates may not have been directly employed by the health system within the past year\n \n Requirements\n
Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not acceptedMinimum 2 years of recent acute care RN experience required, specifically in Med / Surg, Telemetry, or OncologyCurrent BLS and ACLS certifications requiredChemo certification is preferred but not requiredAbility to interpret telemetry and EKGs requiredMust pass Relias Dysrhythmia (DYS) exam and a sterile technique competency on day one of orientationDriver’s license required for identification purposesCandidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility as confirmed by driver’s licenseTwo professional references required : one from a supervisor within the past 12 months and one from either a supervisor or peer within the last 3 years\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-640567. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg - Oncology
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.