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Resource Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, and long-term care facilities, from staff-level to senior float pool and charge positions, with common specializations in critical care, med-surg, and pediatric float coverage. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Primary City/State:
Scottsdale, Arizona
Department Name:
Bhvrl Resource Team-Psych
Work Shift:
Night
Job Category:
Nursing
10,000 Days & 15,000 Nights Sign On Incentive Available!
Better Than Ever for Nurses. Nurses are the heartbeat of health care and we are committed to keeping our nurses’ hearts happy and healthy. This means investing in the holistic health and happiness of our nurses—through better pay, better benefits, better opportunities and a better community.
Bring your passion for Behavioral Health to Banner Health! Banner Behavioral Health Hospital (BBHH) in Scottsdale, AZ was remodeled and expanded in 2017, providing new, state-of-the art units for our patients and staff! Banner Behavioral Health Hospital is a voluntary facility for adults and adolescents. We are dedicated to providing safe, confidential, and compassionate treatment with customized treatment plans to meet each patient's needs.
As a Resource Registered Nurse, you will provide flexible nursing support across the campus, with primary assignments in Central Intake and Assessment and may float occasionally as needed. In this role, you will assess patients, facilitate admissions and placements, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely and appropriate patient care. Based on operational needs, you will also float throughout the campus, supporting various departments and patient populations while maintaining high standards of clinical care and patient safety.
We currently have full-time Night Shift positions available (3, 12 hour shifts per week).
Night Shift Hours are 6PM-06:30AM, with rotating weekends and holidays.
You will also have the opportunity to utilize our self-scheduling tool.
10,000 Days & 15,000 Nights Sign-on Incentive for RNs with a minimum of 12 months (Days) and 24 months (Nights) Behavioral Health RN experience
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience
For more than four decades, Banner Behavioral Health has provided 24/7 crisis intervention and therapeutic services in a medically safe, recovery-focused environment. Banner Behavioral Health has 156 licensed inpatient beds and is located in Scottsdale, AZ. Our focus is on adults and adolescents dealing with mental health and/or chemical dependency issues who voluntarily seek help. Our highly skilled and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing a therapeutic healing environment and excellent health care experience.
Position Summary
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
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Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
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Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
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Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
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Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
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Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
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Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
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In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.
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Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.
In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in resource nurse jobs.
- Active registered nurse license in good standing in the applicable state
- Minimum two years of acute care or clinical nursing experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Demonstrated ability to float across multiple units or service lines
- Strong clinical assessment skills across diverse patient populations
- Experience with electronic health record systems in an inpatient setting
Tips for Your Resource Nurse Job Search
Highlight float pool experience specifically
Resource nurses are judged on adaptability across units, so list every unit you've floated to by name. A resume that shows ICU, telemetry, and med-surg float history signals readiness far better than a general nursing summary.
List every active certification you hold
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and specialty certifications like CCRN or CEN directly affect your eligibility for many postings. Put them in a dedicated section near the top so hiring managers confirm your credentials before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists resource nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name the units covered
Job descriptions that list specific units, like ICU, ED, or labor and delivery, tell you exactly what flexibility you need to demonstrate. Match your resume's unit history to those units to pass the first screening.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Resource nurse interviews often test clinical decision-making across unfamiliar settings. Practice answering how you orient to a new unit quickly, how you prioritize when short-staffed, and how you handle escalating patients without your usual support team.
Negotiate shift differentials and float premiums
Resource nurse offers frequently include weekend, night, and float differentials that vary widely between employers. Ask for the full differential breakdown before accepting, since base pay alone understates total compensation for this role.
Resource Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most resource nurses?
The most active employers for resource nurses right now are Advocate Aurora Health, Banner Health, and Sentara, and the most openings are in Virginia, Texas, and South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and large regional hospitals consistently post the highest volume of resource nurse openings.
How many resource nurse jobs are remote?
About 17% of resource nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most postings. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include care coordination, utilization review, and telephonic triage roles that carry the resource nurse title.
How do you become a resource nurse?
Start by earning your registered nurse license after completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN. Build at least two years of acute care experience in one or more inpatient units, then actively seek float pool or per-diem assignments to demonstrate cross-unit competency. Certifications like ACLS and specialty credentials strengthen your profile for resource nurse postings.
Can you get hired as a resource nurse with limited experience?
Most resource nurse roles require at least two years of acute care experience because the position assumes you can function independently across unfamiliar units. If you're early in your career, focus on float pool staff or per-diem positions first, which build the cross-unit exposure employers expect before promoting to a formal resource nurse designation.
What does the resource nurse interview process look like?
Most resource nurse interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your unit history and certifications, followed by a panel interview with nurse managers or clinical directors. Expect competency-based questions about floating to unfamiliar units, handling staffing shortages, and clinical decision-making under pressure. Some employers include a skills checklist or unit-specific scenario exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to resource nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to resource nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and unit background, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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