Registered Nurse MedSurg

Travel Nurse Opportunity in Fort Defiance, AZ

We desire a Registered Nurse with MedSurg skills for a travel nursing position in Fort Defiance, AZ. This assignment requires travel, and compensation will cover travel expenses and be higher than local assignments. Our client seeks experienced nurses to start quickly, so we need qualified nurses to begin our electronic on-boarding process.

This opportunity is ideal for nurses near Window Rock and Navajo. Travel nursing offers adventure, freedom of choice, and flexibility. Nurses can select preferred facilities and locations and work in prestigious places. Many travel nurses have been in the field for over ten years and plan to continue.

If you seek a good salary, schedule choices, and exciting locations, a travel nursing career may be right for you. To start, prepare by updating your RN license, immunizations, and physical records. Your CV should highlight your nursing skills and experience, and you should have references who can vouch for you.

When you find assignments of interest, your recruiter will submit you for interviews. During the interview, ask about scheduling, patient-to-nurse ratios, required skills, etc.

You can start the RN licensing process before securing an assignment. Some states take over a month, like California, New Jersey, and New York. Others process licenses quickly, often in a few days. Some states issue licenses in one day. Being part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, which includes 25 states, makes the process easier. Your recruiter will assist with licensing in your chosen state.

Most facilities require a year or more of experience in your specialization. Some specialties, like psychiatric RN and cardiac ICU, require over two years. Flexibility is crucial for a successful travel nurse. Be open to various hospital policies, procedures, and locations to gain additional skills. Even if your first choice is Hawaii, don’t miss opportunities in other locations. Contracts are usually for 13 weeks, allowing you to explore several cities in a year.

Ensure your clinical references are ready as part of your application. Most cases need three references to confirm your skills. A travel nurse typically fills out a skills checklist with references.

Once your references and skills are confirmed, we can start seeking contracts that match your requirements. We will help with any additional details like immunizations and drug testing.