Registered Nurse RN New Grad CVICU
Banner Health
Mesa, Arizona
Health system employer
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Posted Aug 1, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 2, 2026
About this role
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Requirements
- Recent or upcoming graduation from an accredited nursing program
- BSN preferred, open to ADN at select locations
- Current BLS card (American Heart Association, Red Cross, or ASHI) or ability to obtain before start date
- No more than 12 months of RN experience
- Current valid RN license in state of practice or compact RN licensure
- Previous healthcare experience preferred
- Fingerprint clearance required for certain settings
- Under 1 year experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- PTO/Sick time accrual
- 401(k)
- Weekend shift differential ($3/hour flat rate)
- Night shift differential (18%)
- Nursing residency program
About the employer
Banner Health is a healthcare system operating in the Phoenix, Arizona metropolitan area, with multiple facilities including Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix and Thunderbird Medical Center. Based on the job descriptions reviewed, Banner Health employs registered nurses across various Progressive Care…
What reviewers appreciate
- Competitive sign-on bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $15,000
- 18% night shift differential and $3/hour weekend shift differential
- Magnet recognition at Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix
What reviewers flag
- Rotating weekends and holidays required
- Sign-on bonuses require a 24-month commitment
- Night shift mandatory for certain available positions
Living in Mesa, AZ
Mesa is Arizona's third-largest city, offering a blend of Sonoran Desert landscapes and Phoenix-area amenities. The city is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, outdoor recreation at nearby Usery Mountain Regional Park, and a growing healthcare sector. As part of the metro sprawl, most errands require a car, so plan for a commute-friendly lifestyle near major hospital systems.
- Metro price level · Mesa area
- 103.3
- 3% above the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,620/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a first-year unit lane. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
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