PICU RN in Mesa, Arizona
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Mesa, AZ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,295/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.75
- Weekly
- $2,295
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,340
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.75/hour — 33% 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
- 1,486 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Arizona from 8 agencies, 302 of them in Mesa.
- 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
Join us for a 13-week travel RN contract in Mesa, Arizona, working 12-hour night shifts. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your nursing expertise within a facility focused on delivering high-quality inpatient care. You'll be assessing, planning, and evaluating patient care based on detailed assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring smooth discharge planning. This assignment provides a chance to experience Arizona’s warm evenings and clear nights, perfect for unwinding after your shift. Expect a mix of challenging and rewarding moments, as you use your specialized knowledge to make a real difference in patients’ lives while enjoying the serene desert surroundings.
Weather:
Arizona experiences warm, sunny days and cool evenings, especially around this time of year. It's ideal for outdoor activities, with plenty of sunshine and comfortable evenings to relax after your shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Desert Botanical Garden: Explore native desert flora and vibrant seasonal displays.
- Arizona Museum of Natural History: Discover geological and archaeological exhibits in nearby Mesa.
- Day Trip to Sedona: Enjoy breathtaking red rock formations and scenic hikes.
- Guided Tour of the Grand Canyon: Experience one of the world’s natural wonders on a day trip from nearby Flagstaff.
- Hiking at Usery Mountain Regional Park: Climb scenic trails with panoramic desert views within close proximity.
Job Specifics:
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36 hours
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