
NICU 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 6, 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
This 13-week travel RN role in Mesa, AZ, offers an engaging night shift opportunity working 12-hour overnight shifts. In this position, you will assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care for adult patients across diverse clinical settings. Your responsibilities include reviewing patient histories, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and documenting responses to treatments. The role emphasizes autonomous decision-making, fostering a deeper understanding of inpatient nursing routines while contributing directly to patient outcomes in a fast-paced hospital environment. Expect a mix of hands-on patient interaction, multidisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing professional development—making this assignment a rewarding journey in acute care nursing.
Weather:
The climate around this time of year typically features warm days with plenty of sunshine and cooler evenings. The area enjoys mild to hot weather, perfect for outdoor activities and exploring the local surroundings after your shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Desert Botanical Garden for a stunning display of desert flora.
- Take a short day trip to Sedona to experience its famous red rock formations and scenic hikes.
- Explore the Musical Instrument Museum for an eclectic collection of global instruments.
- Enjoy a kayak tour or boat outing at Saguaro Lake, just outside the city.
- Discover hiking trails and natural beauty at Usery Mountain Regional Park.
Job Specifics:
Location: Mesa, AZ
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36.0 hours
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