Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Tuba City, AZ
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,520/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel nursing opportunity for an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse in Tuba City, AZ. Join a collaborative perioperative team and provide hands-on patient care in a dynamic surgical services environment serving a culturally rich and scenic region of the Colorado Plateau.
Job Details
- Location: Tuba City, AZ
- Setting: Operating Room / Perioperative Care / Surgical Services
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Job
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
- Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts
- Schedule: 4 shifts per week, plus on-call
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Orientation: Every 2 weeks
- Additional Notes: Must be prepared for varied hours and occasional short-notice emergency cases
Job Requirements
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from any U.S. state, territory, or Puerto Rico
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical nurse and/or operating room experience
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 6 months of hire
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within 6 months of hire
- CNOR certification within 1 year of hire
- TNCC certification within 2 years of hire
- Perioperative nursing or scrubbing experience is highly encouraged
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care for perioperative and surgical patients
- Circulate in multiple specialty areas, including orthopedics, ENT, GYN/OB, general surgery, ophthalmology, and dental procedures
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, develop care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes
- Support emergency surgical cases and respond quickly to urgent clinical needs
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Adapt to varied scheduling and on-call responsibilities as needed
- Maintain patient safety, comfort, and efficient operating room workflow throughout each shift
Location Highlights
Tuba City offers a unique opportunity to work in a welcoming community surrounded by the striking landscapes of northwestern Arizona. Known for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful high-desert scenery, this area provides a distinctive setting for nurses seeking meaningful work and an unforgettable Arizona travel nursing experience.
Apply now to join this Operating Room RN travel assignment in Tuba City, AZ and take the next step in your perioperative nursing career.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Tuba City, AZ
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Tuba City, AZ here's what you should know:- Tuba City's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- However, wages may be lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Tuba City experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 18°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited in Tuba City, but furnished housing options can be found with some effort.
- Tuba City is car-friendly, as public transportation options are limited.
- Tuba City has a diverse population with a significant Native American demographic.
- Common health issues may include diabetes and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the demand for healthcare services in the area.
- Tuba City offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nearby national parks.
- The local dining scene features a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
- Cultural events and art exhibits showcase the rich Native American heritage of the area.
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