Registered Nurse, RN (Full Time/PRN)

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

We are always seeking Registered Nurses to join our compassionate care teams at ClearSky Health!

Are you a dedicated and results-driven nurse ready to make a real impact? Submit your application to be considered for any opportunities we have come available as we continue to grow and expand our care team at ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale, AZ.

💡 Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
Bonus Potential
Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Match)
Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement
CEU & Career Development Opportunities
Supportive, Inclusive Culture
Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs
Real Work-Life Balance

🩺 About the Role:
This position offers a higher level of clinical care than typically found in post-acute or residential settings. Our facility delivers hospital-level services that are comparable to those provided on a medical-surgical unit. Our highly skilled interdisciplinary team is equipped to manage a wide range of complex medical needs, including intravenous therapy, surgical and wound care, tracheostomy management, mobility assistance, and the comprehensive oversight of lines, tubes, and drains.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a healing environment focused on optimal recovery.

Position Highlights at a Glance:

Average Patient Length of Stay: 10–14 days
Conditions: Stroke, brain & spinal cord injuries, cardiac, ortho, complex medical, and more
Team Approach: Work closely with PT/OT/ST, physicians, case managers, respiratory therapy & more
Advanced Care: IVs, trachs, wound care, mobility support, lines, tubes, and drains
12-hour shifts, 3 days/week + rotating weekends/holidays (with added pay)

✔️ What You’ll Need:

RN License (State of AZ)
CPR required | ACLS & BLS preferred
1+ year of RN experience preferred (Acute care a plus)
CRRN preferred

Ready to make a difference—and love where you work?
Click to apply and learn what it means to be part of the ClearSky Health team! You will be contacted by a member of our team if you are selected to be considered for any opportunity that comes available.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
Both gross and precise motor functions.
Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

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