Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Glendale, Arizona
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

$1,626-2,308/week

Posted 20 hours ago Verified

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Certification details

Certifications must be active and from American Heart Association OR American Red Cross at time of submission.
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Job details

Temporary position for a Registered Nurse (RN) in Glendale, Arizona.
Start Date should be on or very quickly after the Order Start Date listed.
All candidates submitted should be preclosed and ready to accept.
The 890,000-square-foot acute-care facility is on 33 acres.
The facility includes a heart and vascular center, state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a 200-bed patient tower.
Banner Thunderbird is now a Level I Adult Trauma Center for patients 15 and older.

Job requirements

Minimum 24 months of current Med Surg experience - REQUIRED.
Certifications must be American Heart Association OR American Red Cross and active upon submission - MUST BE INCLUDED IN SUBMISSION.
No Nursys Hits - REQUIRED.
Travel experience - Preferred.
Learning modules must be completed prior to start of assignment.

Schedule information

All shifts the traveler is open to working on should be listed on the submission.
RTO will not be approved in the first 2 weeks of assignment.
Non-Billable hours have been adjusted to reflect 16 hours for each assignment.

Unit specific information

The new tower includes a new Emergency department and all-private rooms.
Designation as an Arizona Level I Trauma Center means the facility can provide total care for every aspect of injury.

Additional Details

Flu vaccination - Banner declinations can be applied for.
Banner will not approve RTO within the first week or holidays. Can not exceed 7 days.

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Glendale, AZ is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Glendale, AZ, especially in popular areas close to medical facilities.

Transportation

Glendale is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses and light rail, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.

Demographics

Glendale, AZ has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and high temperatures.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the demand for healthcare professionals.

Things to Do

Glendale offers a variety of restaurants, including Southwestern and international cuisines.
The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy events at the State Farm Stadium, and outdoor activities include hiking in nearby mountain preserves.

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