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Travel Nursing Jobs in Arizona

You're Off to Arizona for Your Next Nursing Adventure!

Pack your sunscreen and some lightweight clothing. Travel nursing in Arizona offers the best of both worlds: the chance to explore one of America's most beautiful states while earning above-average pay doing what you love. 

We have one of the largest job networks for nurses, giving you access to travel nursing opportunities throughout the state of Arizona. Becoming a travel nurse with AMN Healthcare is a great way to build your resume while meeting your financial goals.

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Arizona has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Peoria, Glendale, Fort Defiance, Phoenix, and Goodyear. Arizona hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Operating Room (11 jobs), Emergency Room (21 jobs), Cath Lab (9 jobs), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (1 job), Cardiovascular Operating Room (2 jobs), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Arizona is a popular place for travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Arizona Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In Arizona, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: The Center at Arrowhead in Glendale, Tenet - Abrazo Scottsdale Campus in Phoenix, Tenet - Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale, Tenet - Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear, and Tenet - Carondelet St Marys Hospital in Tucson are well known in Arizona.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in Arizona is Oct 2, 2026 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - OR role at $3,168 per week. The latest start date for a Registered Nurse job is Oct 2, 2026 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - OR role at $3,168 per week.

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in Arizona

On average, how much does a travel nurse make in Arizona?

The salary for travel nurse jobs in Arizona averages $3,076 per week.

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How many Arizona travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In Arizona there are jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of .

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What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in Arizona?
  • Peoria, Arizona $3,168 / per week average salary
  • Glendale, Arizona $3,140 / per week average salary
  • Fort Defiance, Arizona $2,920 / per week average salary
  • Phoenix, Arizona $2,700 / per week average salary
  • Goodyear, Arizona $2,667 / per week average salary
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What nursing specialties are needed most in Arizona right now?
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Top Travel Nurse Salaries in Arizona

Find the nurse travel jobs in Arizona with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Peoria $3,168 /Weekly* $3,076 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room $3,168 per week
Glendale $3,140 /Weekly* $3,049 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room $3,140 per week
Fort Defiance $2,920 /Weekly* $2,835 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Emergency Room $2,920 per week
Phoenix $2,700 /Weekly* $2,250 /Weekly* RN Case Manager $2,700 per week
Goodyear $2,667 /Weekly* $2,590 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab $2,667 per week
Sierra Vista $2,661 /Weekly* $2,597 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology $2,661 per week

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the company. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

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Arizona’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in Arizona each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific Arizona travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Interventional Radiology $64.91 /hour*
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit $64.49 /hour* Phoenix
Cath Lab $60.59 /hour* Lake Havasu City, Goodyear and Sierra Vista
Wound/Ostomy/Continence $59.54 /hour* Fort Defiance
Cardiovascular Operating Room $59.46 /hour* Phoenix
Operating Room $57.42 /hour* Globe, Tuba City and Phoenix
RN Case Manager $56.25 /hour*
Post Anesthesia Care Unit $52.66 /hour* Lake Havasu City and Phoenix
Emergency Room $50.52 /hour* Fort Defiance, Tuba City and Yuma
Medical Surgical $48.70 /hour* Sierra Vista, Tuba City and Show Low

*Estimate of hourly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

The Benefits of Becoming an Arizona Travel Nurse

Above-market compensation isn't the only reason to work with AMN Healthcare to find your next travel nursing opportunity in Arizona. The best way to ensure patients receive quality care is to make sure their nurses have access to comprehensive benefits that help them stay healthy and refreshed. When you sign up with us, you'll work with a dedicated recruiter who understands your goals and works hard to match you with just the right opportunities.

 

Health benefits are standard for all of our travel nurses, but we go beyond that to make sure you feel supported in your career. Our 24-hour hotline makes it easy to get assistance at any time of day. We also offer travel discounts, a variety of housing options and resources to help you maintain your mental health. As an AMN Healthcare travel nurse, you'll have access to the largest clinical staff of any travel nurse network.

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Arizona for Your Next Assignment

Arizona has something for everyone, whether you prefer the high temperatures of the Phoenix area or the cool temperatures and evergreens of Northern Arizona. The Phoenix metropolitan area, known as the Valley of the Sun, has world-class restaurants, kitschy art galleries and museums featuring priceless works of art.

 

A vibrant blend of diverse cultural influences, Native American, Spanish/Mexican, and Anglo-American, gives the state its unique artistic feel. The southwest corner of the state blends pleasant desert sunshine with the calm blue waters of the Colorado River. Along its shoreline, visitors will find vibrant communities, water-based activities galore, and local wildlife that settle along the river.

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