Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac

Glendale, Arizona

This one is per diem, so you pick up the shifts you want. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Posted Oct 7 · 1 year of experience

License: RN licenseCurrent RN license in the State of Arizona (or eligible)
Term: Permanent

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License: Current RN license in the State of Arizona (or eligible) Check your license
Certification: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – required upon completion of orientation
Certification: BLS (Basic Life Support)
Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent
Experience: Minimum of one year of acute care nursing experience in Cardiac, Telemetry, CVICU, or ICU settings

Preferred

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Also asks: Two or more years in a cardiac stepdown or progressive care unit Preferred Requirements: Two or more years in a cardiac stepdown or progressive care unit
Also asks: #LI-TW2 Preferred Requirements: #LI-TW2

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Abrazo Arrowhead Campus

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You would step into Abrazo Arrowhead Campus at 18701 N. 67th Ave. in Glendale—an acute care teaching hospital in the Abrazo Health network that opened in 1988. The work here centers on cardiovascular care (Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care),…

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CCU RN full-time nights; Abrazo ICU example cites 3x12-hour shifts per week; PCU contract example 13 weeks

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We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Cardiac/Telemetry Unit on a full-time day shift. This role is ideal for RNs with at least one year of acute care experience in a cardiac, telemetry, or stepdown setting who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. As a Registered Nurse in our Cardiac/Telemetry Unit, you will provide individualized bedside care utilizing the nursing process, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure the highest quality outcomes for our cardiac patients.

You will also take part in initiatives like hourly rounding and may serve in a charge nurse capacity as needed. Delivering direct patient care in accordance with the nursing process and hospital policies Collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to create and implement care plans Supervising and delegating tasks to other members of the healthcare team Participating in quality and safety initiatives Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to safety protocols Special Skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and customer service Basic computer proficiency Leadership qualities and ability to mentor junior staff when needed Minimum Requirements

Experience

Minimum of one year of acute care nursing experience in Cardiac, Telemetry, CVICU, or ICU settings

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent

Certifications

Current RN license in the State of Arizona (or eligible)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – required upon completion of orientation
Preferred Requirements

Experience

Two or more years in a cardiac stepdown or progressive care unit

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) #LI-TW2

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In Glendale, AZ

Glendale, AZFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,528/mo
Household income: $73,530/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Glendale, AZ

NeighborhoodsYoung professionals and relocating nurses are pointed toward Arrowhead Ranch and Arrowhead Lakes for suburban parks and family streets, Westgate Entertainment District for nightlife and stadium access, and Historic Downtown Glendale for a walkable antique-store core. Sahuaro Ranch mixes historic homes and green space; Hillcrest Ranch and Palomino round out local shortlists, with Litchfield Park often grouped in. North Glendale is praised for freeway access and community centers. West Valley subdivisions named by locals include West Wing, Terramar, Union Park, Vistancia, Aloravita, Norterra, and age-restricted Westbrook, while Surprise, Avondale, Goodyear, and Litchfield Park are suggested when Glendale proper feels pricey—all under an hour away.

Young professionals and relocating nurses are pointed toward Arrowhead Ranch and Arrowhead Lakes for suburban parks and family streets, Westgate Entertainment District for nightlife and stadium access, and Historic Downtown Glendale for a walkable antique-store core. Sahuaro Ranch mixes historic homes and green space; Hillcrest Ranch and Palomino round out local shortlists, with Litchfield Park often grouped in.

North Glendale is praised for freeway access and community centers. West Valley subdivisions named by locals include West Wing, Terramar, Union Park, Vistancia, Aloravita, Norterra, and age-restricted Westbrook, while Surprise, Avondale, Goodyear, and Litchfield Park are suggested when Glendale proper feels pricey—all under an hour away.

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As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: exprealty.com Source 3: facebook.com Source 4: neighborhoodsinphoenix.com Source 5: reddit.com Source 6: facebook.com Source 7: unitsstorage.com

Getting aroundU.S. News puts the average Glendale commute at about 25.75 minutes. The city sits roughly nine to ten miles northwest of Phoenix; most people drive because Valley Metro offers buses but not an extensive network. North Glendale is specifically called out for proximity to freeways. Event parking at State Farm Stadium uses a directed-lot system, but these sources do not name hospital campuses, medical-center routes, or hospital parking realities.

U.S. News puts the average Glendale commute at about 25.75 minutes. The city sits roughly nine to ten miles northwest of Phoenix; most people drive because Valley Metro offers buses but not an extensive network.

North Glendale is specifically called out for proximity to freeways. Event parking at State Farm Stadium uses a directed-lot system, but these sources do not name hospital campuses, medical-center routes, or hospital parking realities.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: sparefoot.com Source 3: apartmentguide.com Source 4: facebook.com

OutdoorsThunderbird Conservation Park and Sahuaro Ranch Park are the community favorites for scenic trails, picnics, and recreation; Glendale counts more than 40 public parks and a trail system. Arrowhead Lakes supplies a neighborhood-lake setting, and Manistee Ranch is a historic outdoor stop. City aquatics include two centers and five splash pads; Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center keeps heated pools open for lap swim and water aerobics. Murphy Park is the downtown green used for lights and events.

Thunderbird Conservation Park and Sahuaro Ranch Park are the community favorites for scenic trails, picnics, and recreation; Glendale counts more than 40 public parks and a trail system. Arrowhead Lakes supplies a neighborhood-lake setting, and Manistee Ranch is a historic outdoor stop.

City aquatics include two centers and five splash pads; Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center keeps heated pools open for lap swim and water aerobics. Murphy Park is the downtown green used for lights and events.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: facebook.com Source 2: glendaleaz.gov Source 3: experienceglendaleaz.com Source 4: apartmentguide.com Source 5: exprealty.com

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Relocation assistance offered for RN roles (Abrazo Health / Arrowhead postings)

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As of 2026Source 1: talents.vaia.com Source 2: facebook.com

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Living in Glendale

Glendale is Phoenix’s West Valley sports suburb: about 250,000 people, nine to ten miles northwest of downtown, organized around State Farm Stadium, Westgate Entertainment District, and family subdivisions rather than a skyline. Relocating nurses get more house and yard than in central Phoenix—median homes about $413,000–$425,000, one-bedrooms near $1,261–$1,530—and a roughly 26-minute, car-only commute on Valley Metro’s thin bus grid. Arrowhead Ranch, Arrowhead Lakes, Sahuaro Ranch, Historic Downtown, and Westgate are the named places people actually live; Surprise, Goodyear, Avondale, and Litchfield Park stretch the budget within an hour. Off-shift life is Cardinals games, stadium concerts, Chocolate Affaire, Thunderbird Conservation Park and Sahuaro Ranch Park trails, Arrowhead Towne Center, and Murphy Park lights. The tradeoffs are real: June–September heat over 100°F and high AC bills, limited transit, and a more uniform suburban rhythm, with a few areas locals call trashy. Bring a car, budget for summer utilities, and Glendale delivers space, stadium energy, and West Valley value.

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Sources

As of 2025Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: apartmentguide.com Source 3: neighborhoodsinphoenix.com Source 4: sparefoot.com Source 5: exprealty.com Source 6: unitsstorage.com Source 7: experienceglendaleaz.com Source 8: glendaleaz.gov Source 9: reddit.com

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