Military Service - U.S. Air Force, Medical/Surgical Nurse

Military Service - U.S. Air Force

Buckeye, Arizona

Eligibility: Med surg

Posted Jun 25

Unit and setting: Med-Surg · Military
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Health insurance
30 days of vacation with pay each year
Outstanding healthcare coverage for you and your family
Food and housing assistance
Generous retirement program
Continuing medical education opportunities

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Military Service - U.S. Air Force

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The U.S. Air Force employs Registered Nurses as commissioned officers who provide healthcare to Airmen and their families in both inpatient and outpatient settings at Air Force facilities worldwide. The organization places a particular emphasis on the health of female…

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Thank you for your interest in becoming an Airman in the Air Force. Please select your component, fill out and submit this application to be contacted by your Air Force recruiter. There is no obligation on your part by completing this form. Applying takes five minutes. Any progress will be lost if you leave this page before completion.

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AUTHORITY: 10 U. S. C. 503 Enlistment/Accessions: Recruiting campaigns, Air Education and Training Command Instruction 36-2002, Recruiting Procedures for the Air Force, and 10 U. S. C. 8013, Secretary of the Air Force; powers and duties delegation by. PURPOSE: To obtain necessary information to respond to your request for information about a career in the Air Force. ROUTINE USE: No disclosure of this information will be made outside of the Department of Defense. DISCLOSURE: Voluntary: However, if the information is not provided, we will be unable to contact you and notify you of the possible Air Force opportunities available to you.

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In Buckeye, AZ

Buckeye, AZFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,963/mo
Household income: $99,486/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Buckeye, AZ

NeighborhoodsBuckeye is defined by sprawling master-planned developments and distinct sub-communities on either side of Interstate 10. To the north, Verrado serves as the premier master-planned anchor, featuring tree-lined streets, a walkable town center, community pools, golf course access, and the 55-plus enclave of Victory. South of the freeway and along central corridors like Miller and Southern roads, neighborhoods such as Sundance and Blue Horizons provide newer single-family subdivisions close to retail and interstate access. Further north and west, communities like Tartesso and Festival Foothills near the White Tank Mountains feature newer construction, community splash pads, and spacious lots for those seeking a quiet desert environment.

Buckeye is defined by sprawling master-planned developments and distinct sub-communities on either side of Interstate 10. To the north, Verrado serves as the premier master-planned anchor, featuring tree-lined streets, a walkable town center, community pools, golf course access, and the 55-plus enclave of Victory. South of the freeway and along central corridors like Miller and Southern roads, neighborhoods such as Sundance and Blue Horizons provide newer single-family subdivisions close to retail and interstate access.

Further north and west, communities like Tartesso and Festival Foothills near the White Tank Mountains feature newer construction, community splash pads, and spacious lots for those seeking a quiet desert environment.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: eandirealestate.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: michelleseymourhomes.com Source 4: facebook.com

Getting aroundBuckeye commuters rely almost exclusively on Interstate 10 to travel across the West Valley and into central Phoenix, which typically sits 30 to 40 minutes east depending on departure point and traffic. Regional commute averages hover around 30 minutes, connecting healthcare workers and professionals to neighboring facilities and employers in Goodyear, Avondale, Glendale, and Luke Air Force Base. Because the city has experienced explosive population growth, arterial road capacity and freeway bottle-necks remain key daily realities for drivers heading eastbound during shift changes.

Buckeye commuters rely almost exclusively on Interstate 10 to travel across the West Valley and into central Phoenix, which typically sits 30 to 40 minutes east depending on departure point and traffic. Regional commute averages hover around 30 minutes, connecting healthcare workers and professionals to neighboring facilities and employers in Goodyear, Avondale, Glendale, and Luke Air Force Base.

Because the city has experienced explosive population growth, arterial road capacity and freeway bottle-necks remain key daily realities for drivers heading eastbound during shift changes.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: michelleseymourhomes.com Source 3: aspensquare.com Source 4: youtube.com

OutdoorsThe Sonoran Desert setting offers extensive public lands, headlined by Skyline Regional Park and the nearby White Tank Mountains, which feature miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails against rugged saguaro-studded peaks. Buckeye Hills Regional Park and the 1,500-acre Arlington Wildlife Area along the Gila River provide birdwatching, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities near historic landmarks like the Gillespie Dam Bridge. For neighborhood recreation, Sundance Park offers sports facilities, while Hidden Lake operates as a private preserve offering day passes for boating, angling, and camping.

The Sonoran Desert setting offers extensive public lands, headlined by Skyline Regional Park and the nearby White Tank Mountains, which feature miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails against rugged saguaro-studded peaks. Buckeye Hills Regional Park and the 1,500-acre Arlington Wildlife Area along the Gila River provide birdwatching, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities near historic landmarks like the Gillespie Dam Bridge.

For neighborhood recreation, Sundance Park offers sports facilities, while Hidden Lake operates as a private preserve offering day passes for boating, angling, and camping.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: buckeyeaz.gov Source 2: aspensquare.com Source 3: us.trip.com

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Living in Buckeye

For nurses relocating to the Phoenix metro, Buckeye offers modern, spacious living set against the dramatic backdrop of the White Tank Mountains and Skyline Regional Park. As one of the country's fastest-expanding suburbs, it stands out for master-planned communities rather than dense urban medical centers. Healthcare professionals working in Buckeye or commuting to regional hospitals in Goodyear, Avondale, and Glendale gravitate toward neighborhoods like Verrado for its walkable Main Street and community amenities, or Sundance and Tartesso for newer detached single-family layouts. Life here revolves around Sonoran Desert recreation, including weekend trail running, fishing at Hidden Lake, and casual evenings along Monroe Avenue or at Waddell's Longhorn. However, moving to Buckeye involves distinct tradeoffs: transit is virtually nonexistent, making a personal vehicle mandatory. Commutes along Interstate 10 into central Phoenix average over half an hour and can back up heavily, and commercial services are still expanding to catch up with rapid residential construction. For nurses seeking newer homes, peaceful desert vistas, and strong neighborhood communities, Buckeye delivers a relaxed base within commuting distance of major West Valley facilities.

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As of 2026-05Source 1: aspensquare.com Source 2: eandirealestate.com Source 3: michelleseymourhomes.com Source 4: youtube.com Source 5: realestate.usnews.com

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