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Operating Room Per Diem Nursing Jobs Arizona for RNs

Top OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Arizona for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in Arizona. We currently offer 7 of the best available OR nurse travel jobs in the state. Arizona OR travel jobs are currently available in cities like Goodyear, Tucson, Glendale and Phoenix. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Arizona OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Currently, you can find OR jobs in Arizona with a salary range between $40 to $43 per hour. The city with the highest paying OR job in Arizona currently is Tucson with a position for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) at $43 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Arizona to find OR travel nursing work in. Tenet – Carondelet St Marys Hospital in Tucson, Tenet – Abrazo Scottsdale Campus in Phoenix, Tenet – Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale, Tenet – Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear and Carondelet St Josephs Hospital in Tucson all have OR departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Arizona. The earliest start date in Arizona is May 5, 2025 for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) role at $43 per hour. The latest start date for an job in Arizona is May 5, 2025 for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) role at $43 per hour. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Operating Room travel nurse job in Arizona.

Arizona is a popular place to work for OR travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in Arizona with Per Diem Operating Room Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 Operating Room jobs in Arizona and 27 Operating Room jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Glendale, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Glendale.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Glendale, Arizona – 85308
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Phoenix.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Phoenix, Arizona – 85016
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Phoenix, Arizona – 85032
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Phoenix, Arizona – 85015
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Goodyear, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Goodyear.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Goodyear, Arizona – 85395
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Tucson, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Tucson.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85745
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85711
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Baldwin Park, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Baldwin Park.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Baldwin Park, California – 91706
  • 8 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$68 to $73
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
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per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Baldwin Park, California – 91706
  • 8 D,
  • May 5, 2025
$68 to $73
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
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Statistics on OR Jobs in Arizona

Review helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in Arizona. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the state of Arizona. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Arizona for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Operating Room Jobs in Arizona

How much does a night shift OR travel nurse make on average in Arizona?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Arizona can make an average of $41 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift OR travel nurse make on average in Arizona?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Arizona can make an average of $41 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Operating Room jobs are available in Arizona?

There are currently 7 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Arizona. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Operating Room staff in Arizona?

  • Tenet – Carondelet St Marys Hospital in Tucson
  • Tenet – Abrazo Scottsdale Campus in Phoenix
  • Tenet – Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale
  • Tenet – Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear
  • Carondelet St Josephs Hospital in Tucson

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel nursing jobs in Arizona?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in Arizona cities.

Locating OR Travel Nursing Jobs in Arizona

In Arizona, cities like Phoenix and Tucson have per diem OR nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Tenet – Carondelet St Marys Hospital, Tenet – Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, Tenet – Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Tenet – Abrazo West Campus and Carondelet St Josephs Hospital, all with nurse specialties and Operating Room staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in Arizona that offer Per Diem Operating Room Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Arizona area that have historically offered per diem jobs for Operating Room professionals.
Havasu Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, and 13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room OR Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
101 Civic Center Ln
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Northwest Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry
Address
6200 North La Cholla Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85741
Chandler Regional Hospital-AzHHA
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 16, 13, 20, 17, 18, and 14
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
475 South Dobson Road
Chandler, AZ 85224
St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
350 West Thomas Road
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Fort Defiance Indian Health Service Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 16, and 13
Departments
Case Manager Clinical Instructor Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Psychiatric Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
P.O.Box 649
Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Cobre Valley Community Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 6
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
5880 South Hospital Drive
Globe, AZ 85501
Canyon Vista Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 13, 10, 7, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
5700 E Hwy 90
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fry (85671), Fort Huachuaca (85613)
Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2200 Show Low Lake Road
Show Low, AZ 85901
Northwest Medical Center, Oro Valley
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Rehabilitation Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1551 East Tangerine Road
Tucson, AZ 85755
Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation
Shifts
5 D, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, and 6
Departments
Ambulatory OR Case Manager Clinical Instructor Emergency Room Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
167 North Main St PO Box 2800
Tuba City, AZ 86045
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