RN - Med Surg Adult/Peds
Fort Defiance, AZ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible
Referral Bonus
$2,256/weekOverview
- Start Date10/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights, Flexible
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
RN - Med-Surg Unit
Overview
- Contract role in Fort Defiance, Arizona.
- 20-bed medical surgical unit for adults and pediatrics.
- Adult geriatrics and pediatric patients.
- Staffing ratios: non-Covid typically 4:1, max 5:1; Covid patients typically 2:1, max 3:1.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Arizona.
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
- American Heart Association BLS.
- American Heart Association ACLS.
- American Heart Association PALS.
- 3 years of Med Surg experience.
- Med Surg experience within the last year.
- Experience working with Adult patients.
- Experience working with Pediatric patients.
Schedule
- 12-hour day shift.
- Must be flexible to work other shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Typical schedule is 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next, plus up to 1 on-call shift per week.
- Maximum of two shift call-offs.
Additional Details
- May be assigned to help cover Flu Immunization clinics as needed.
- Travelers are expected to attend staff meetings.
- Orientation is on Mondays only.
- May float to other departments where qualified, including patient care or task-oriented support roles.
- Housing information is available in the Facility Group Document section.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About Fort Defiance, AZ
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Fort Defiance, AZ here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 90°F, and winter average lows are around 20°F.
- Short-term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available with some effort.
- Fort Defiance is car-friendly, as public transportation options may be limited.
- 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.
- 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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