Holy Cross Hospital in Nogales, Arizona — part of the Carondelet Health Network — is recruiting a full-time Registered Nurse for its Acute Obstetrics unit on a rotating schedule. This is a direct patient-care role at the bedside of an OB population, with a team committed to coordinated, compassionate maternal and newborn care. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 and a daily travel stipend for qualifying candidates make this an immediately compelling opportunity for an experienced OB nurse ready to plant roots in southern Arizona.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 based on eligibility
- Daily travel stipend of $60 per day for any nurse commuting more than 60 miles one way to Holy Cross
- Full-time employment with a large, established health system operating 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers nationally
- Access to system-wide career development resources, tools, and advancement pathways
- Supportive team environment with investment in ongoing professional growth
Practice Highlights
- Full-time, rotating schedule on the Acute Obstetrics unit at Holy Cross Hospital, Nogales, AZ
- Direct nursing care responsibilities across the full OB patient population, including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care
- Primary coordinator role across all disciplines — nursing, physician orders, ancillary services — ensuring continuity from admission through discharge
- Systematic nursing process applied throughout: initial and focused assessment, problem identification, individualized care planning, implementation, and ongoing evaluation
- Medication administration, ordered treatment delivery, and thorough documentation in the healthcare record
- Patient and family education integrated into every phase of care, including transition and discharge planning
- Delegation, supervision, and prioritization responsibilities consistent with an experienced RN leading a care team
- Part of Carondelet Health Network, a regional system with deep community roots in southern Arizona
Qualifications
- Minimum one year of OB nursing experience required
- Valid, current Arizona RN license required — or compact state license with the ability to obtain Arizona licensure within 30 days
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
- ACLS (American Heart Association), PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications preferred
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
About the Community
Nogales sits at the Arizona-Mexico border in Santa Cruz County, offering a uniquely bicultural community with a warm climate, low cost of living relative to larger Arizona metros, and easy access to the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. The city is approximately 65 miles south of Tucson, placing a full range of urban amenities, University of Arizona resources, and international airport access within a comfortable drive. For clinicians who value a close-knit community, outdoor recreation, and a meaningful connection to a diverse patient population, Nogales offers a distinctive and rewarding place to build a career.