Shiprock, NM IHS RN Pediatrics at Prime Physicians

Job Title: Pediatrics Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Department Specialty: Inpatient Pediatrics Registered Nurse (Acute Care) Site: Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) Location: Shiprock New Mexico (Navajo Area IHS) Duration: 6 months contract with the possibility of four 6 months contract Shift Schedule: Shifts may include 12-hour 10-hour or 8-hour schedules Day Night Weekend and Holiday shifts may be assigned Tour of duty set by the Nursing Supervisor Flexibility required; may rotate to other inpatient sections as needed Estimated Shifts Needed Per Month: (Approximation based on 1040 hours over 6 months) 12-hour shifts: 14 15 per month 8-hour shifts: 21 22 per month Final schedule determined by facility. License: Current and unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state (including DC Puerto Rico or U.S. Territories) Certifications (Required): BLS PALS NLS TNCC or ATCN ACLS Experience Needed: Minimum of 36 months total RN experience At least 2 years of recent inpatient pediatric nursing experience (unless exception approved) Special Skills Needed: Acute inpatient pediatrics (med-surg / step-down) Pediatric medication administration & weight-based dosing IV therapy & venipuncture Age-specific assessments (infant through adolescent) Pain management for pediatric patients Emergency response & code participation Documentation in EHR Cultural awareness for Navajo and AI/AN populations Ability to meet unit competencies and rotate as assigned Credentialing / Onboarding Time: Estimated 6 8 weeks Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive inpatient pediatric nursing care within RN scope and facility policies Complete assessments documentation and nursing care plans Administer medications accurately and safely Perform IV therapy venipuncture monitoring and evaluation Ensure HIPAA EMTALA and patient rights compliance Apply and document restraints appropriately Respond to emergencies and follow facility code protocols Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams Deliver culturally appropriate care for Navajo and Native patients Maintain required competencies and complete orientation modules Rotate to other sections as assigned to meet care needs Miscellaneous: Must complete child-protection training within 30 days of onboarding Must adhere to Navajo Area IHS policies security requirements and documentation standards. Prime Physicians is a physician-led The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals health systems and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands leading the way towards a more efficient effective and compassionate healthcare system. Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1