Registered Nurse Jobs in Arizona

Registered Nurse jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley, where major systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health maintain large hospital campuses and outpatient networks. Demand is strongest in critical care, emergency nursing, and labor and delivery, with openings at every level from new graduate through charge nurse and travel contract. Arizona's rapid population growth has made it one of the more active nursing markets in the Southwest. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles92
Top employerBanner Health
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring22
Work type79% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical Supervisor RN - Home Health
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Clinical Supervisor RN - Home Health
First Day Homecare
Phoenix, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Hybrid
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
51-200

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On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health & Hospice
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On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health & Hospice
First Choice Home Health & Hospice
Mesa, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
51-200

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Registered Nurse (POOL) - Pediatrics
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Registered Nurse (POOL) - Pediatrics
Valleywise Health
Phoenix, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse New Grad Neuro Trauma PCU
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Registered Nurse New Grad Neuro Trauma PCU
Banner Health
Glendale, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse RN Patient Navigator Primary Care Behavioral Health
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Registered Nurse RN Patient Navigator Primary Care Behavioral Health
Banner Health
Phoenix, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Scottsdale
7 jobs
Mesa
5 jobs
Gilbert
5 jobs
Surprise
5 jobs
Glendale
4 jobs
Flagstaff
3 jobs
Sierra Vista
3 jobs

Registered Nurse Job Market in Arizona

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

Who's Hiring

  • Banner Health25
  • HonorHealth8
  • Tucson Medical Center5
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs4
  • Tenet Healthcare3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across Arizona.

  • Active Arizona RN license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification required before start date
  • One or more years of acute care or specialty clinical experience preferred
  • ACLS or PALS certification required for critical care and emergency roles
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Registered Nurse Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse in Arizona?

You become a registered nurse in Arizona by earning an accredited nursing degree, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam and applying for licensure through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Arizona is a Nurse Licensure Compact member state, so nurses with a compact license issued in another participating state can practice in Arizona without obtaining a separate Arizona license. New graduates typically apply for an initial license with an Arizona-issued license number before their first day of employment.

How much do registered nurses make in Arizona?

Registered nurses 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 registered nurses in Arizona?

Companies currently hiring registered nurses in Arizona include Banner Health, HonorHealth, and Tucson Medical Center, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's largest nursing employers tend to be concentrated in the Phoenix metro, where integrated health systems operate multiple acute care campuses, specialty hospitals, and outpatient clinics across Maricopa County.

Which Arizona cities have the most registered nurse jobs?

Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale have the most registered nurse openings in Arizona. Phoenix leads by a wide margin because it is home to the state's largest hospital campuses and health system headquarters, while Tucson's openings are driven by Banner University Medical Center and several regional community hospitals, and Mesa and Scottsdale attract demand through specialty and suburban acute care facilities serving the East Valley's growing population.

Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. About 21% of registered nurse openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most nursing roles. The positions most likely to be fully remote are utilization review, case management, telephonic triage, and insurance authorization nursing, which do not require direct patient contact at a facility.

How can I get hired as a registered nurse in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a formal new-graduate residency program. Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health all run structured residency and transition-to-practice programs in Arizona that are specifically designed for nurses without acute care experience. Applying for med-surg or telemetry roles is a strong starting point, as those units are the most consistent in accepting new graduates. Completing your NCLEX before applying and obtaining BLS certification before interviews gives candidates a concrete edge over those who are still pending licensure.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.

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