Travel Registered Nurse; RN CVICU

Facility: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Location: 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306
Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Unit: CVICU ST2W-Hosp
Contract Dates: November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027
Contract Length: Approximately 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Schedule: 3 × 12-Hour Shifts per Week
Hours: 36 Hours per Week
Weekly Pay: $2,050–$2,188

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Cardiovascular Intensive Care (CVICU) for a 13-week assignment in Glendale, Arizona. This opportunity is ideal for a skilled critical care nurse who excels in caring for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions and thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The selected candidate will provide specialized nursing care, monitor critically ill patients, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support positive patient outcomes. This travel assignment offers a consistent three-night weekly schedule and the opportunity to expand your clinical experience at a hospital in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week

Contract: November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027

Weekend and Holiday Rotation: Required

Call: Possible

Floating: May be required to support other units

Candidate Type: Travel nurses; this is not a local-only assignment

Candidates must be flexible with scheduling requirements, including weekend and holiday rotations, potential call responsibilities, and floating to other units when needed.

Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular patients in the CVICU.

Perform comprehensive patient assessments and continuously monitor hemodynamic status, cardiac rhythms, and vital signs.

Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and cardiovascular emergencies.

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

Manage and monitor critical care equipment and cardiovascular support therapies within the nurse's scope of practice and competency.

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

Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.

Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and ongoing care, as appropriate.

Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and hospital compliance standards.

Support continuity of care through effective communication and shift handoffs.

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for practice in Arizona or eligibility for the appropriate authorization before starting.

Previous cardiovascular intensive care or closely related critical care nursing experience.

Strong cardiac assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision‑making skills.

Ability to care for high‑acuity patients in a fast‑paced critical care environment.

Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Ability to work overnight shifts and participate in weekend and holiday rotations.

Flexibility to take call and float to other units as required.

Additional certifications, such as BLS, ACLS, and NIH

Consistent Night

Schedule:

Work three 12-hour shifts per week.

36 Hours Weekly: A defined weekly schedule for your travel assignment.

Travel Opportunity: Experience a new destination while advancing your nursing career.

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

Experience the sunshine and desert beauty of Glendale, Arizona! With warm weather for much of the year, scenic hiking trails at Thunderbird Conservation Park, and boating and water activities at nearby Lake Pleasant, outdoor adventures are always within reach. Explore the restaurants, shopping, concerts, and sporting events at Westgate Entertainment District, or venture into nearby Phoenix for even more dining, nightlife, and cultural attractions.

Glendale offers travel nurses an exciting blend of outdoor recreation, city entertainment, and Southwestern lifestyle to enjoy between shifts.