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Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Flagstaff, AZ
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with this locum tenens opportunity in Flagstaff, Arizona (86001). Join a leading Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital, providing critical clinical support in a vibrant healthcare setting. Apply now to be part of a top Arizona healthcare team in a city known for its scenic beauty and welcoming community.
Key Job Details – Flagstaff, AZ Nursing Opportunity

• Job Title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Locum Tenens
• Location: Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (Northern Arizona nursing jobs)
• Healthcare Setting: Level I Trauma Center, Short Term Acute Care, Teaching Facility
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens (Travel Nursing Contract)
• Start Date: October 13, 2025
• End Date: January 12, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (18:30 – 07:00)
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week (facility may call off up to 6 shifts per contract)
• Weekend Requirement: As needed, typically every 3rd weekend
• On-Call: No call required
• Scrub Color: Scrubs provided
• Charting System: Cerner EMR
• Parking: Free on-site parking
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1930-$1980

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience in a hospital setting
• Level I trauma nursing experience required (will consider highly skilled clinicians with recent Level II trauma experience in similar or larger facilities)
• Proficiency in general, orthopedic, spine, trauma, and neuro surgeries (including craniotomies)
• Active, unrestricted Arizona RN license or valid compact state nursing license
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)
• Charge nurse experience is a plus
• First-time travel nurses welcome

OR RN Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in a high-volume, fast-paced Level I trauma operating room with 11 OR suites
• Circulate and assist in a range of surgical specialties: orthopedic, trauma, spine, neuro, and general surgery
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology, and pharmacy
• Maintain patient safety and adhere to facility quality standards, including medication administration protocols
• Accurately document patient care using Cerner electronic medical records (EMR)
• Float to other perioperative areas as needed based on skill set and facility census
• Participate in orientation and ongoing clinical training

Discover the unique charm of Flagstaff, AZ—nestled at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, this city offers outstanding outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and a friendly, small-town feel. Enjoy hiking, skiing, and exploring historic downtown Flagstaff during your nursing assignment!

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding Flagstaff, Arizona OR RN job!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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