Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit

Talented Medical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner University Medical Center Tucson seeks an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Progressive Care (PCU) for a 13‑week assignment in Tucson, AZ. The RN will float across two campuses, supporting adult units from observation to IMC with night shifts and a three‑shift weekly schedule.

Requires active RN license (AZ or multistate with AZ privileges) and prior PCU/travel nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Active RN license valid for practice in Arizona or multistate compact with Arizona privileges.
• PCU or adult acute-care nursing experience.
• Travel nursing experience required.
• Excellent clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and monitoring skills.
• Ability to float between units and campuses.
• Strong communication, teamwork and clinical decision‑making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients across designated units.
• Monitor patient conditions, vital signs and clinical status changes.
• Care for progressive care and intermediate-level monitoring patients.
• Administer medications and therapies per orders and protocols.
• Respond promptly to deteriorations and emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams on care plans.
• Float between campuses per staffing needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate updates during handoffs.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Critical thinking

Patient monitoring

Effective communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Job description

Facility: Banner University Medical Center Tucson (BUMC-Tucson)

Location: 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Unit: Med/Surg Float-Hosp

Contract Dates: November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027

Contract Length: Approximately 13 Weeks

Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Weekly Pay: $2,200–$2,300

Position Overview

Banner University Medical Center Tucson is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care (PCU) for a 13-week assignment in Tucson, Arizona. This opportunity is ideal for an adaptable and clinically skilled nurse with previous travel nursing experience and the ability to provide care across multiple adult health units. The selected candidate will join the hospital's Resource Float Pool, supporting patient care needs across two campuses: Banner University Medical Center Tucson, a 600+ bed Level I Trauma Center, and Banner University Medical Center South, a 200+ bed Level III Trauma Center.

PCU travelers may float between various adult health units, caring for patients ranging from observation-level to intermediate care (IMC). Assignments may also include expanded emergency department or PACU spaces caring for adult patients with inpatient orders who are awaiting placement on a unit.

Earn $2,200–$2,300 per week while gaining valuable travel nursing experience in a dynamic hospital environment. This assignment offers three 12-hour night shifts per week for qualified travel nurses who are comfortable working across multiple units and campuses.

Schedule and Contract Details

Weekly Pay: $2,200–$2,300

Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week

Hours: 36 hours per week

Contract: November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027

Campus Locations: BUMC-Tucson and BUMC-South

Floating: Required across adult health units at both campuses, based on staffing and patient care needs

Previous Travel Experience: Required

Candidates must be flexible and comfortable floating between different adult health units, including observation, intermediate care, and designated ED or PACU spaces caring for adult patients with inpatient orders.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with varying medical and acuity needs across designated units.

Monitor patient conditions, assess vital signs, and recognize changes in clinical status.

Care for patients requiring progressive care and intermediate-level monitoring within the nurse's competency and scope of practice.

Administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to provider orders and established protocols.

Recognize and respond promptly to patient deterioration and medical emergencies.

Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.

Float between assigned adult health units and campuses according to staffing requirements.

Provide safe and effective care in observation, medical-surgical, intermediate care, and other designated adult patient care areas.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate patient updates during handoffs.

Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and ongoing care.

Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and hospital policies.

Required Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for practice in Arizona or an active multistate compact RN license with Arizona practice privileges.

Previous Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or relevant adult acute-care nursing experience.

Previous travel nursing experience is required.

Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and patient monitoring skills.

Ability to care for adult patients with varying levels of acuity.

Flexibility and willingness to float between multiple units and both hospital campuses.

Ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments and patient care assignments.

Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision‑making skills.

Availability to work the required overnight schedule throughout the contract.

Why Choose This Travel Assignment?

Competitive Weekly Pay: Earn $2,200–$2,300 per week.

Night Shift Schedule: Work three 12-hour shifts per week.

36 Hours Weekly: A defined weekly schedule throughout the assignment.

Professional Experience: Gain experience across a large hospital system and multiple adult care units.

Two-Campus Opportunity: Work across two Banner University Medical Center campuses.

Travel Experience: Advance your nursing career while exploring Arizona.

Approximately 13 Weeks: A defined contract period with an established start and end date.

Discover Tucson, Arizona

Enjoy the beauty and culture of Tucson, Arizona, a vibrant Southwestern city known for its sunny weather, mountain scenery, and outdoor adventures. Explore the iconic giant cacti and scenic hiking trails of Saguaro National Park, discover the breathtaking landscapes of Sabino Canyon, or take a scenic drive up Mount Lemmon for cooler temperatures and beautiful mountain views. Tucson also offers a lively downtown, excellent restaurants, shopping, museums, and a rich blend of Southwestern culture. It's a great destination for travel nurses looking to enjoy outdoor recreation, local attractions, and a welcoming city between shifts.

Scrub Requirements: Navy scrubs and a navy warm‑up jacket.