ER RN in Tucson, Arizona
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,626/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $45.17
- Weekly
- $1,626
- Yearly (full-time)
- $84,552
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $45.17/hour — 6% below 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
- 1,486 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Arizona from 8 agencies, 269 of them in Tucson.
- Pay in these listings: $31.88 – $89.35/hour, median $63.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Arizona: $47.84/hour ($99,507/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.89/hour across 581 jobs).
Job description
Step into a crucial role as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department of Northwest Medical Center, located in Tucson, AZ. This 13-week travel contract involves working 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, providing vital support in a busy trauma Level III and stroke receiving facility. You'll utilize your critical thinking and leadership skills to ensure the safe and effective care of ER patients, coordinating care plans, delegating tasks, and working alongside a dedicated team. This assignment offers the chance to navigate an active ED, develop your expertise, and contribute to a hospital that values experienced charge nurses and those willing to float as needed. Your clinical competencies, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and AZ license, will be essential to thrive in this fast-paced environment and meet the needs of a 38-bed unit.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Tucson is typically mild and sunny, with warm days and cooler evenings, offering comfortable conditions to enjoy outdoor activities during your time off.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visiting Saguaro National Park to hike among iconic cacti and take in breathtaking desert scenery – perfect for a day trip.
- Exploring the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum to learn about local wildlife, plants, and geology in a beautiful setting.
- Taking a drive to Mount Lemmon for scenic views and cooler mountain air—great for a day of relaxation and exploration.
- Enjoying local art and culture at the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block.
- Planning a day trip to Biosphere 2, an extraordinary research facility that offers engaging tours and experiences in scientific discovery.
Job Specifics:
Location: Tucson, AZ
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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