Telemetry RN Jobs in Arizona
Telemetry RN jobs in Arizona are consistently active, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, cardiac care units, and progressive care settings at every level from new graduate through experienced charge nurse. Phoenix and Scottsdale account for the largest share of openings, followed by Tucson, where Banner Health, Dignity Health, and HonorHealth operate major facilities with ongoing telemetry units. The most sought-after specialties are cardiac monitoring, step-down care, and post-surgical observation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Night Shift RN for an ED Holds/Tele position requiring an active AZ or Compact RN license and prior cardiac telemetry experience
Details
- Acute care ED Holds/Tele unit within a Level 3 trauma hospital
- Cares for ED patients awaiting placement on an inpatient unit, primarily MS/Tele population
- 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
- 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) with self-scheduling, subject to change
- 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule
- Holiday coverage rotates with permanent staff
- No call or standby requirements
- Floats to med/surg/tele/overflow units and other campus EDs as needed
- Utilizes Cerner EMR
- Titrates cardiac drips including Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
- No ventilators present on unit
- No monitor techs on unit; RNs must read and interpret telemetry strips
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of cardiac telemetry experience preferred
- Must be able to titrate and decrease cardiac drips per physician orders and parameters
- Must pass a dysrhythmia exam through UNA prior to starting (maximum 2 attempts)
- Must pass a pass/fail sterile technique sim lab on the first day of orientation
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Additional Information
- Provide care for ED hold patients awaiting placement on an inpatient unit
- May assist with ED patient care including vitals, IV starts, and medication administration, but will not serve as primary RN for ED patient assignments
- ED PCTs are available to support patient care
- Reports to the ED charge nurse
- Unit-specific orientation includes 2 shifts on Med/Surg/Tele at the primary campus
- Navy scrub color required
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility based on driver's license address
- Candidates employed directly (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility within the past year are not eligible
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this position
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Night Shift RN for an ED Holds/Tele position requiring an active AZ or Compact RN license and prior cardiac telemetry experience
Details
- Acute care ED Holds/Tele unit within a Level 3 trauma hospital
- Cares for ED patients awaiting placement on an inpatient unit, primarily MS/Tele population
- 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
- 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) with self-scheduling, subject to change
- 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule
- Holiday coverage rotates with permanent staff
- No call or standby requirements
- Floats to med/surg/tele/overflow units and other campus EDs as needed
- Utilizes Cerner EMR
- Titrates cardiac drips including Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
- No ventilators present on unit
- No monitor techs on unit; RNs must read and interpret telemetry strips
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of cardiac telemetry experience preferred
- Must be able to titrate and decrease cardiac drips per physician orders and parameters
- Must pass a dysrhythmia exam through UNA prior to starting (maximum 2 attempts)
- Must pass a pass/fail sterile technique sim lab on the first day of orientation
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Additional Information
- Provide care for ED hold patients awaiting placement on an inpatient unit
- May assist with ED patient care including vitals, IV starts, and medication administration, but will not serve as primary RN for ED patient assignments
- ED PCTs are available to support patient care
- Reports to the ED charge nurse
- Unit-specific orientation includes 2 shifts on Med/Surg/Tele at the primary campus
- Navy scrub color required
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility based on driver's license address
- Candidates employed directly (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility within the past year are not eligible
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this position
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The qualifications that appear most often in telemetry RN jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona RN license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing required
- Current Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required or expected within a set timeframe
- Minimum one year of telemetry or cardiac progressive care nursing experience preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpreting continuous cardiac monitor rhythms
- Experience with electronic health records systems, commonly Epic or Cerner, expected
Telemetry RN Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a telemetry rn in Arizona?
You become a telemetry rn in Arizona by first earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active RN license from the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Arizona is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses licensed in another compact state may practice in Arizona without a separate application. From there, most telemetry units expect candidates to complete an employer-run cardiac monitoring or arrhythmia recognition course before independent practice.
How much do telemetry RNs make in Arizona?
Telemetry RNs in Arizona earn a median of about $99,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,540 for the lowest 10% to over $130,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire telemetry rns in Arizona?
Employers hiring telemetry rns in Arizona right now include American Traveler, HonorHealth, and Voyage Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems operate multiple campuses across the Phoenix metro and Tucson, giving telemetry rns access to a wide range of unit sizes and patient populations within the same employer network.
Which Arizona cities have the most telemetry rn jobs?
The cities with the most telemetry rn openings in Arizona are Tucson, Phoenix, and Mesa. Phoenix anchors the market as the state's largest population center, home to the flagship campuses of Arizona's biggest hospital systems, while Scottsdale and Tucson draw consistent volume from regional medical centers and specialty cardiac hospitals that maintain dedicated telemetry and progressive care units.
Are there remote telemetry rn jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Telemetry nursing is a hands-on bedside role that requires physical patient monitoring, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 0% of telemetry rn openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in telephonic triage, utilization review, or remote cardiac monitoring interpretation roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a telemetry rn in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency program at one of Arizona's large hospital systems, where Banner Health and Dignity Health both run structured new-graduate residencies that include a telemetry rotation. Candidates with med-surg, emergency department technician, or progressive care tech experience have the strongest footing for lateral moves into entry-level telemetry roles. Completing an arrhythmia recognition or basic cardiac monitoring course before applying signals readiness to Arizona hiring teams and gives a clear credential edge.
Where can I find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Arizona employers and facilities. Find roles that fit your experience and unit preference, then apply directly to the positions that match.
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