Patient Care RN Jobs in Arizona

Patient Care RN jobs in Arizona are concentrated in acute care hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and outpatient specialty clinics, with demand running from new graduate positions through senior charge nurse roles. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the largest share of openings, anchored by major employers like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and HonorHealth. The most in-demand specialties in Arizona are med-surg, telemetry, and critical care, reflecting the state's rapidly growing and aging population. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerOptum
Top cityMesa, AZ
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Optum
Hospice RN Patient Care Manager
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Hospice RN Patient Care Manager
Optum
Flagstaff, Arizona
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$86k - $129k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Optum
Hospice RN Patient Care Manager
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Hospice RN Patient Care Manager
Optum
Sedona, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$82k - $123k/yr
CPR Certification
10,000+

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Registered Nurse- Primary Care Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Coordinator
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Registered Nurse- Primary Care Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Coordinator
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Tucson, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$88k - $158k/yr
On-Site
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Gentiva
Hospice Patient Care RN Manager
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Hospice Patient Care RN Manager
Gentiva
Green Valley, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Patient Care Coordinator Home Health RN PT
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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
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Patient Care Coordinator Home Health RN PT
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Glendale, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
10,000+

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Patient Care RN Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Mesa
1 job
Sedona
1 job
Tucson
1 job
Glendale
1 job
Flagstaff
1 job
Green Valley
1 job

Patient Care RN Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Optum
Optum2 open roles
Gentiva
Gentiva1 open role
VITAS Healthcare
VITAS Healthcare1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in patient care RN jobs across Arizona.

  • Active Arizona RN license or a Compact license recognized in Arizona
  • Current BLS certification required at time of hire
  • Associate degree in nursing at minimum, BSN preferred by most health systems
  • At least one year of acute care or clinical nursing experience
  • Demonstrated ability to perform patient assessments and create care plans
  • Strong electronic health record proficiency, including Epic or Cerner platforms

Patient Care RN Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a patient care rn in Arizona?

You become a patient care rn in Arizona by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining your license through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Arizona is a Compact state, so nurses already licensed in another Compact state can work in Arizona under their home-state license. Most employers also require current BLS certification before your first shift.

How much do patient care RNs make in Arizona?

Patient care RNs in Arizona earn a median of about $99,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,540 for the lowest 10% to over $130,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire patient care rns in Arizona?

Companies currently hiring patient care rns in Arizona include Optum, Gentiva, and VITAS Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems, including Banner Health and Dignity Health, consistently post the highest volume of openings across the Phoenix metro and southern Arizona.

Which Arizona cities have the most patient care rn jobs?

The cities with the most patient care rn openings in Arizona are Mesa, Sedona, and Tucson. Phoenix dominates the list as the state's largest metro and home to Banner Health's corporate headquarters and multiple flagship hospitals, while Tucson's concentration of academic medical centers and Scottsdale's cluster of specialty hospitals and rehabilitation facilities drive consistent hiring in those markets.

Are there remote patient care rn jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Because patient care rn work is inherently hands-on and bedside-based, most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of patient care rn openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in care coordination, utilization review, or telephonic case management rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a patient care rn in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate residency programs at Arizona's major health systems. Banner Health and Dignity Health both run structured nurse residency programs in Phoenix and Tucson designed for nurses who recently passed the NCLEX-RN and have limited clinical hours beyond their nursing school rotations. Lateral moves from roles like patient care technician or certified nursing assistant at the same facility are a common internal pathway. A current Arizona RN license, BLS certification, and a strong clinical practicum record give new applicants a clear edge in the initial screening process.

Where can I find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each one.

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