In range for Arizona travel rolesArizona travel postings that state pay run $1,840/week to $2,760/week, the middle half $2,060/week to $2,470/week, across 148 postings.
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Housing provided
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Referral Bonuses
Licensure Reimbursement
Travel Allowances
The role and schedule
Weekends
Every other weekend
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Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Aug 17, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and an AZ or compact RN license.
Details
Work in the Medical Surgical Combination unit of a hospital setting
Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
13-week assignment length
Required to work every other weekend
Requirements
Active RN license (AZ or Compact) currently in hand
AHA certifications required
Minimum 2 years of PCU nursing experience required
Active Nursys licensure verification required at time of consideration
Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be eligible for the travel rate Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment
Neighborhoods+Sierra Vista offers neighborhood subdivisions close to town amenities alongside executive housing on larger acreage lots, particularly extending out toward Sierra Vista Southeast. Nearby communities such as Huachuca City, Whetstone, Benson, and Vail are frequently considered by workers looking for rural space or alternatives within regional commuting distance of local military and health hubs. The community texture ranges from compact suburban residential streets near retail centers to scenic foothill properties backing up against the Huachuca Mountains.
Sierra Vista offers neighborhood subdivisions close to town amenities alongside executive housing on larger acreage lots, particularly extending out toward Sierra Vista Southeast. Nearby communities such as Huachuca City, Whetstone, Benson, and Vail are frequently considered by workers looking for rural space or alternatives within regional commuting distance of local military and health hubs.
The community texture ranges from compact suburban residential streets near retail centers to scenic foothill properties backing up against the Huachuca Mountains.
Getting around+Driving is the dominant method for navigating the city, with typical local commutes running roughly 15 minutes. Mass public transit options are very limited beyond small local bus services, making personal vehicles essential for hospital shifts and errands. The area is intersected by Highway 90 (also designated as US Bicycle Route 90), and the city maintains over 30 miles of designated paved multi-use paths, though residents note drivers often lack awareness around road cyclists.
Driving is the dominant method for navigating the city, with typical local commutes running roughly 15 minutes. Mass public transit options are very limited beyond small local bus services, making personal vehicles essential for hospital shifts and errands.
The area is intersected by Highway 90 (also designated as US Bicycle Route 90), and the city maintains over 30 miles of designated paved multi-use paths, though residents note drivers often lack awareness around road cyclists.
Outdoors+Known as the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, Sierra Vista sits near the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area and the San Pedro House, which hosts regular hummingbird banding sessions. Hikers and mountain bikers take advantage of trails throughout the Huachuca Mountains, including Carr Peak, Ramsey Canyon, and Garden Canyon, reaching peaks near 9,500 feet. The municipal system also features more than 30 miles of paved shared-use paths, two golf courses, a disc golf course, a skate park, and the region's prominent indoor water park.
Known as the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, Sierra Vista sits near the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area and the San Pedro House, which hosts regular hummingbird banding sessions. Hikers and mountain bikers take advantage of trails throughout the Huachuca Mountains, including Carr Peak, Ramsey Canyon, and Garden Canyon, reaching peaks near 9,500 feet.
The municipal system also features more than 30 miles of paved shared-use paths, two golf courses, a disc golf course, a skate park, and the region's prominent indoor water park.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Sierra Vista
Resting at 4,623 feet against the backdrop of the Huachuca Mountains, Sierra Vista delivers an Arizona lifestyle distinct from the sweltering desert basins to the north. For healthcare professionals considering a position at local facilities or supporting the Fort Huachuca corridor, the city offers an easygoing rhythm with average drive times under 15 minutes along routes like Highway 90. Known as the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, it provides immediate proximity to Ramsey Canyon, Carr Peak, and the San Pedro River, paired with over 30 miles of paved municipal paths and mild four-season weather.
The lifestyle here is defined by quiet residential stability rather than buzzing nightlife. Dining leans into unpretentious German, Mexican, and chain staples, balanced by weekend trips to Bisbee, Kartchner Caverns, or Sonoita's wine country. The key tradeoff is isolation: Tucson sits 75 miles northwest, making personal vehicles necessary for major airport travel, specialized shopping, and university access. For nurses prioritizing outdoor access, short hospital commutes, and a tranquil high-desert setting, Sierra Vista offers an appealing community base.
