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Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) - Days

Location: Tuba City, Arizona
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse provides care for perioperative patients in the Operating Room (OR). Responsibilities include assessment, nursing diagnoses, planning and evaluating interventions based on patient outcomes. The OR nurse is expected to circulate in various specialty areas including Orthopedics, ENT, GYN/OB, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Dental. Scrubbing experience is highly encouraged. The role may require working varied or odd hours when on call and preparing for emergency cases on short notice.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
Minimum of 3 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential
Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing

Additional Information

Orientation occurs every 2 weeks.
COVID and flu vaccination exemptions may be accepted after submitting a declination form.
Limited housing options available; shared housing units offered based on availability (no family or pets allowed).
The community is culturally diverse, serving Native American tribes including Navajo, Hopi, and Southern Paiute.

Notes for Candidates

Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
The role involves working in a semi-desert, high-elevation environment with a culturally rich community.
Flexibility for on-call and emergency cases is necessary.

Facility

Tuba City Regional Health Care

4.0rating(15 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Tuba City Regional Health Care

5.0rating

Pros

Welcoming and friendly. Great work environment.

Cons

Very rural.

BonnieJean H

Ambulatory Care (RN)

Nov '23 - Nov '24

Review of Tuba City Regional Health Care on Mar 25, 2026

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About Tuba City, AZ

As a travel nurse in Tuba City, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Tuba City experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 18°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be limited in Tuba City, but furnished housing options can be found with some effort.

Transportation

Tuba City is car-friendly, as public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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