Travel RN - PCU/Tele Nights

Talented Medical Solutions

Tucson, Arizona

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Posted Oct 22

License: RN licenseActive Arizona RN license or other applicable authorization to practice in Arizona
Term: Travel

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Certification: Current BLS certification
Certification: Current ACLS certification
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of RN experience
Experience: Previous PCU, progressive care, or telemetry nursing experience
Experience: Experience managing cardiac drips
Also asks: Strong cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation skills

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Travel RN – PCU/Telemetry Nights

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Pay Range: $1,865–$2,065 per week
Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Schedule

3 × 12-hour shifts per week

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry night-shift assignment in Tucson, Arizona. This 13-week contract is an excellent opportunity for a skilled nurse who thrives in a fast-paced cardiac care environment and is comfortable caring for patients who require close monitoring and specialized nursing interventions.

The PCU is a step-down level of care from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) , providing care for patients who need a higher level of monitoring than a typical medical-surgical unit but do not require full ICU-level care. Candidates must have strong cardiac nursing skills, experience managing cardiac drips, and the ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions.

Schedule & Assignment Details

13-week travel contract

Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Three 12-hour shifts per week

Must work 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule

Float pool position

Must be willing to float between departments and other facility locations

Cerner EMR experience required

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of RN experience

Active Arizona RN license or other applicable authorization to practice in Arizona

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Previous PCU, progressive care, or telemetry nursing experience

Strong cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation skills

Experience managing cardiac drips

Familiarity with advanced cardiac procedures, including

TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)

Watchman left atrial appendage closure procedures

MitraClip transcatheter mitral valve repair procedures

Ability to care for higher-acuity patients transitioning from ICU-level care

Flexibility and willingness to float between departments and locations

Previous Cerner electronic medical record experience

Why Work in Tucson, Arizona?

Tucson offers an exciting combination of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, beautiful desert scenery, and vibrant Southwestern culture. Travel nurses can enjoy their time off exploring the region while gaining valuable experience in a cardiac-focused progressive care environment.

Things to See and Explore

Saguaro National Park: Discover the iconic giant saguaro cacti, scenic desert drives, hiking trails, and beautiful Arizona sunsets.

Sabino Canyon Recreation Area: Enjoy hiking, mountain views, and opportunities to explore the Sonoran Desert.

Mount Lemmon: Escape the desert heat with cooler mountain temperatures, forest scenery, scenic drives, and outdoor recreation.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: Experience a unique combination of zoo, botanical garden, aquarium, and natural history museum showcasing the Sonoran Desert.

Downtown Tucson: Explore local restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, entertainment, and the city's lively arts and cultural scene.

Mission San Xavier del Bac: Visit a historic Spanish colonial mission known for its striking architecture and rich cultural history.

Tucson's Food Scene: Enjoy authentic Sonoran Mexican cuisine, regional specialties, and a diverse collection of local eateries.

Why Choose This Assignment?

Competitive weekly pay of $1,865–$2,065

A 13-week contract with a consistent night-shift schedule

Opportunity to strengthen progressive care and cardiac nursing skills

Exposure to patients with complex cardiac conditions and advanced cardiac procedures

Experience working in a float pool environment with opportunities to broaden clinical knowledge

A chance to enjoy Tucson's outdoor recreation, warm climate, and unique Southwestern lifestyle

Ready for your next travel nursing adventure? Bring your cardiac nursing expertise to Tucson, Arizona, and take the next step in your travel healthcare career! #Workwolf

What's around it?

In Tucson, AZ

Tucson, AZFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% below the US average

Median rent: $1,145/mo
Household income: $57,073/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Tucson, AZ

NeighborhoodsYoung professionals and Banner Health workers often rent in Sam Hughes, a historic pocket of bungalows and tree-lined streets just east of the University of Arizona, with Himmel Park, Broadway Boulevard cafes, and short hops to campus, Banner Health, and Downtown. Downtown Tucson has been rebuilt around loft apartments, breweries, coworking, and the streetcar; Rincon Heights, just south of campus, is the cheaper mix of apartments, small houses, and duplexes with bikeable access via Speedway Boulevard and Broadway Boulevard. Fourth Avenue is the bohemian shop-and-taco strip beside campus, Congress Street is the nightlife spine, and the Mercado District is streetcar-reachable. For quieter, safer suburban living, locals name Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, Rancho Sahuarita, Case del Oro, and Civano.

Young professionals and Banner Health workers often rent in Sam Hughes, a historic pocket of bungalows and tree-lined streets just east of the University of Arizona, with Himmel Park, Broadway Boulevard cafes, and short hops to campus, Banner Health, and Downtown. Downtown Tucson has been rebuilt around loft apartments, breweries, coworking, and the streetcar; Rincon Heights, just south of campus, is the cheaper mix of apartments, small houses, and duplexes with bikeable access via Speedway Boulevard and Broadway Boulevard.

Fourth Avenue is the bohemian shop-and-taco strip beside campus, Congress Street is the nightlife spine, and the Mercado District is streetcar-reachable. For quieter, safer suburban living, locals name Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, Rancho Sahuarita, Case del Oro, and Civano.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: besttucsonhomesforrent.com Source 2: facebook.com Source 3: pods.com Source 4: purewander.com

Getting aroundSam Hughes is pitched for short trips to Banner Health, the University of Arizona, and Downtown, with walking and biking along Broadway realistic for many errands. Downtown living is the most car-light option: unmatched walkability plus the streetcar to jobs, gyms, and restaurants. Rincon Heights residents walk or bike to campus and use Speedway Boulevard and Broadway Boulevard to reach the rest of the city, and city guides also flag relatively strong biking infrastructure. Named hospital parking rules and timed drives to campuses other than Banner are not in these sources.

Sam Hughes is pitched for short trips to Banner Health, the University of Arizona, and Downtown, with walking and biking along Broadway realistic for many errands. Downtown living is the most car-light option: unmatched walkability plus the streetcar to jobs, gyms, and restaurants.

Rincon Heights residents walk or bike to campus and use Speedway Boulevard and Broadway Boulevard to reach the rest of the city, and city guides also flag relatively strong biking infrastructure. Named hospital parking rules and timed drives to campuses other than Banner are not in these sources.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: besttucsonhomesforrent.com Source 2: purewander.com Source 3: extraspace.com

OutdoorsWeekends default to the Sonoran Desert: Saguaro National Park, hiking in Tucson Mountain Park, and Catalina State Park (more than 5,500 acres of foothills, canyons, and streams). Golf, trail time, and stargazing are the local hobbies when the heat allows; one city guide cites 286 sunny days. Spring is wildflower season—Mexican gold poppies, lupine, desert marigolds, with saguaro blooms peaking in May. San Xavier del Bac and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are the classic half-day outings, and the city is about a 90-minute drive from Phoenix if you need a bigger airport or a change of scene.

Weekends default to the Sonoran Desert: Saguaro National Park, hiking in Tucson Mountain Park, and Catalina State Park (more than 5,500 acres of foothills, canyons, and streams). Golf, trail time, and stargazing are the local hobbies when the heat allows; one city guide cites 286 sunny days.

Spring is wildflower season—Mexican gold poppies, lupine, desert marigolds, with saguaro blooms peaking in May. San Xavier del Bac and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are the classic half-day outings, and the city is about a 90-minute drive from Phoenix if you need a bigger airport or a change of scene.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: visittucson.org Source 2: purewander.com Source 3: backroads.com Source 4: extraspace.com Source 5: pods.com Source 6: facebook.com

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Living in Tucson

Tucson is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the Sonoran Desert, cheaper than Phoenix, with Banner Health and the University of Arizona sitting next to walkable Sam Hughes bungalows, Downtown lofts on the streetcar, and cheaper Rincon Heights rentals off Speedway and Broadway. Fourth Avenue and the Mercado District handle tacos and nightlife; El Charro Cafe has served chimichangas since 1922, and BOCA on Fourth Avenue is a local taco stop. October through May is the living season, with daytime highs often 70-85 F, while summer can mean 100 F-plus for weeks (78 days at or above 100 F in 2024) and monsoon flash floods from mid-July to mid-September. Saguaro National Park, Catalina State Park, and Tucson Mountain Park are the weekend default. Expect rough roads, high AC bills, and water rates locals say will climb even if taps stay on. Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, and Case del Oro are the safer suburban names; Tucson Unified was debating school consolidations in 2026. Healthcare is cited as a growth sector, but a 2026 local recap also logged 5.6% metro unemployment, so the lifestyle is the clearer win than a tight job market.

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Sources

As of 2026Source 1: besttucsonhomesforrent.com Source 2: purewander.com Source 3: campfiresandconcierges.com Source 4: thehonestlocal.com Source 5: visittucson.org Source 6: pods.com Source 7: youtube.com Source 8: extraspace.com

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Tucson, AZFrom Census ACS 2024.