PICU RN in Phoenix, Arizona
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $3,079/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $85.53
- Weekly
- $3,079
- Yearly (full-time)
- $160,108
This job pays about $85.53/hour — 79% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Arizona ($47.84/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Arizona right now
- 1,409 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Arizona from 8 agencies, 212 of them in Phoenix.
- Pay in these listings: $31.88 – $91.31/hour, median $63.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Arizona: $47.84/hour ($99,507/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($66.19/hour across 571 jobs).
Job description
Take your pediatric critical care nursing experience to Phoenix for a 20-week travel contract supporting children across the CVICU, NICU, and PICU. As part of the critical care float pool, you will care for pediatric patients across multiple locations and collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Both day and night shifts are available, with the schedule determined during the interview. Pediatric critical care experience is required; Level III or IV NICU and children’s hospital experience are preferred. Arizona RN licensure or compact-state privileges, BLS, PALS, and advanced NRP certification are required.
Weather:
Phoenix typically offers sunny skies, dry conditions, mild daytime temperatures, and cooler evenings during this time of year. It is a comfortable season for exploring the city and nearby desert landscapes.
Fun Things To Do:
• Desert Discovery: Explore the Desert Botanical Garden and its desert plant collections.
• Downtown Arts: Visit the Phoenix Art Museum and explore nearby galleries.
• Day Trip – Red Rock Views: Take a day trip to Sedona for scenic drives, hiking, and distinctive red-rock formations.
• Day Trip – Grand Canyon: Plan a day trip to the South Rim for overlooks and memorable canyon views.
• Mountain Escape: Hike or enjoy panoramic views at South Mountain Park and Preserve.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Phoenix, Arizona
Shift: Variable 36-hour week; day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Duration: 36 hours per week for 20 weeks
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