Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Fort Defiance, AZ
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,772/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/11/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,772/week

Description

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Fort Defiance, Arizona

Join a fast-paced Emergency Department in Fort Defiance, Arizona, where you’ll provide critical care as a Travel ER RN in a dynamic, team-oriented setting. This travel nursing opportunity offers the chance to support a diverse patient population across multiple emergency care areas while working in a scenic high-desert community with a strong focus on patient-centered care.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing
  • Schedule: 12-hour day shifts (0700–1900) with flexibility to work other shifts as needed
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Shift Duration: 12 hours
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,470–$2,600
  • Assignment Length: 16 weeks
  • Start Date: October 11, 2026
  • Location: Fort Defiance, Arizona — a welcoming high-desert community known for beautiful Southwestern scenery and a strong commitment to healthcare and patient care

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of recent Emergency Room RN experience
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current ACLS certification
  • Current PALS or ENPC certification
  • Current TNCC certification
  • Conscious sedation certification (can be obtained through the facility after confirmation)
  • Ability to adapt to rotating assignments and changing Emergency Department needs
  • Strong communication, triage, clinical assessment, and critical-thinking skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality emergency nursing care in a busy Emergency Department environment
  • Rotate through the Main ED, Fast Track, Observation Unit, Triage, Quick Registration, COVID Tent, and Entry Screening areas as assigned
  • Support patient flow and respond to changing patient volumes throughout the shift
  • Assist with COVID testing and/or immunization clinics when needed
  • Float to other qualified departments when required and work collaboratively with the healthcare team
  • Deliver safe, compassionate, and efficient care to patients across a variety of acuity levels

Apply now for this Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse job in Fort Defiance, Arizona, and join a healthcare team committed to excellent emergency care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #513529. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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About Fort Defiance, AZ

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Fort Defiance, AZ here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Fort Defiance's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 90°F, and winter average lows are around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available with some effort.
Transportation
  • Fort Defiance is car-friendly, as public transportation options may be limited.
Demographics
  • The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include diabetes and respiratory conditions.
  • There may be a small population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring the nearby national parks.
  • Limited options for restaurants, art, music, and sports.
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