Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,394 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Fort Defiance, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Travel Nurse Job in Fort Defiance, AZ | Adult & Pediatric Care

Join a dynamic Med/Surg travel nursing team in Fort Defiance, Arizona, where you’ll provide high-quality care to adult and pediatric patients in a supportive, high-acuity environment. This Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an experienced Med/Surg RN seeking a rewarding travel nurse job in northeastern Arizona.

Overview

This Med/Surg Registered Nurse position is a strong fit for an adaptable RN with experience caring for both adult and pediatric patients. You’ll work 12-hour shifts with a schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional on-call coverage. Travel nurses in this role may also support flu immunization clinics and float to other qualified areas when needed.

Job Details

• Specialty: Med/Surg RN - Adult and Pediatric
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
• Shift Pattern: Primarily night shifts; flexibility for days, weekends, and holidays required
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
• Typical Schedule: 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next, with up to 1 on-call shift per week
• Assignment Length: 16 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
• Location: Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
• Location Highlights: Enjoy a scenic high-desert setting with wide-open landscapes, beautiful skies, and a strong sense of community in northeastern Arizona.

Job Requirements

• Active RN license in the appropriate state
• Minimum of 3 years of Med/Surg nursing experience
• At least 1 year of pediatric nursing experience required
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Experience providing care to both adult and pediatric patients
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional on-call shifts
• Ability to float to other qualified areas as needed
• Strong adaptability, communication, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to adult and pediatric Med/Surg patients
• Maintain excellent patient ratios while delivering attentive bedside care
• Monitor patient conditions, respond to changes, and communicate effectively with the care team
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions according to clinical standards
• Support additional areas such as flu immunization clinics when assigned
• Float to other departments or assist with task-oriented duties when qualified
• Participate in staff meetings and maintain professional accountability throughout the assignment
• Adapt to variable scheduling needs while helping ensure smooth unit operations

Why Apply for This Travel RN Opportunity?

• Competitive weekly pay for a travel nursing assignment
• Guaranteed hours and a consistent schedule structure
• Opportunity to expand your Med/Surg and pediatric nursing experience
• Work in a welcoming Arizona healthcare setting with strong team support
• Ideal for RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in Arizona

Apply now to join this Med/Surg travel nurse position in Fort Defiance, AZ and take the next step in your nursing career!

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GHR Healthcare Job ID #508086. 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: Med/Surg

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