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: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Neuro Acute/Epilepsy Monitoring unit, requiring recent trauma experience and strong critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Work within a hospital-based Neuro Acute/Epilepsy Monitoring unit specializing in med-surg and telemetry care
• Unit has 48 beds including 10 epilepsy specialty rooms
• Patient population includes epilepsy, brain tumor, subdural hematoma, scoliosis surgeries, traumatic brain injury, and neuro diagnoses
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for both days and nights
• 12-hour night shifts with self-scheduling and three weekend shifts required per four-week period
• Float may be required to med-surg and telemetry floors
• Specialized procedures include Trend EEGs and neuro assessments including cranial nerves
• Equipment includes telemetry monitors, Bipap (managed by RT), and self-releasing velcro seat belts
• Cerner EMR is used in this unit and experience is preferred
• Orientation includes 12 hours plus two floor-specific shifts
• Primary responsibilities include monitoring neuro patients, performing telemetry, and advanced neurological assessments
• Team support includes a charge nurse with no patient assignment, resource RN, and PCT staff
• RT and pharmacy available 24/7, SWAT RN for difficult IV access, and hospitalist/intensivist present during days
• Required to wear grey steel scrubs as per unit policy
• Must demonstrate strong skills in sterile technique, critical thinking, and the ability to detect subtle changes in patient condition
• Holiday shifts are rotated per unit needs
• Orientation involves passing both a SIMs lab and on-unit training
• Facial piercings are not permitted, men must be clean-shaven for fit testing, and natural hair color is required

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience in a Level 1 trauma or similar acute setting
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS required; Med-Surg/Tele certification and BSN preferred
• Must pass a dysrhythmia (Relias) exam prior to acceptance, with two attempts allowed
• Ability to pass a sterile technique competency on day one for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months, one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Driver’s license required for verification of address; must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• May not have been employed by facilities associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-631233. 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 - Neuro

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