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Northern Navajo Medical Center

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<h2>CT Technologist – Radiology (Computed Tomography)</h2><ul><li>Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center | Shiprock, New Mexico, USA</li><li>Job Type: Contract | Open Positions: 3</li><li>Start Date: June 01, 2026 | End Date: May 31, 2027</li><li>Duration: 6 Months Base + Extension up to 2 Years</li><li>Hours: 40/week | Total Hours: 2,088</li><li>Shifts: Rotating (Day/Evening/Night) | Facility operates 24/7</li><li>Day Shift: Mon–Fri (07:00 AM – 03:30 PM)</li><li>On-Call: Weeknights, Weekends &amp; Holidays (Pager Coverage Required)</li><li>Schedule: ~20–22 shifts/month | Timesheet: Weekly</li></ul>📄 Job DescriptionThe CT Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures using computed tomography (CT) equipment in a hospital setting. The role requires strong technical expertise, patient care skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced and emergency environments.<h3>🩺 Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Perform CT scans and diagnostic imaging as per physician orders</li><li>Prepare and position patients to obtain high-quality images</li><li>Administer contrast media following safety protocols</li><li>Monitor patient condition during procedures</li><li>Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards</li><li>Maintain and troubleshoot imaging equipment</li><li>Document and upload imaging results in PACS/RIS systems</li><li>Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare teams</li></ul><h3>📋 Requirements</h3><ul><li>Experience: Minimum 2+ years CT Technologist experience (hospital/acute care)</li><li>License: Active Radiologic Technologist License (Any U.S. State)</li><li>Certifications Required:<ul><li>ARRT (R) – Radiography</li><li>ARRT (CT) – Computed Tomography</li><li>BLS (AHA)</li></ul></li></ul><h3>🧠 Skills</h3><ul><li>CT imaging &amp; protocol management</li><li>Radiation safety &amp; compliance</li><li>Contrast administration</li><li>Emergency &amp; trauma imaging</li><li>PACS / RIS systems proficiency</li></ul><h3>⏳ Additional Info</h3><ul><li>Credentialing: 6–8 weeks</li><li>Job Status: Active</li></ul>

Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock NM New Mexico Shiprock, New Mexico Compact States Allied Health Professional CT Technologist 8 hours, days, evenings, nights, rotating Encode INC

<h2>Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient OB/GYN  </h2><h3>Job Overview:</h3>A contract opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Inpatient OB/GYN Nursing at Northern Navajo Medical Center, located in Shiprock, New Mexico. The role involves providing comprehensive maternal and newborn care in a hospital inpatient setting.  Assignment Details:<ul><li>Job Type: Contract</li><li>Start Date: June 01, 2026</li><li>End Date: November 30, 2028</li><li>Duration:<ul><li>Base Period: 6 Months</li><li>Option: 4 Extensions (6 months each)</li></ul></li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center</li><li>Address: US-491, Shiprock, NM 87420</li><li>City/State: Shiprock, New Mexico, USA</li><li>Hours per Week: 40</li><li>Hours per Day: 8</li><li>Estimated Total Hours: 5,232</li><li>Timesheet Cycle: Weekly</li></ul>Work Schedule:<ul><li>Shift Type: Rotating shifts (Days, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)</li><li>Standard Shift: 5x8 Hour Shifts<ul><li>Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Day Shift)</li></ul></li><li>Schedule: As per department requirements</li></ul>Position SummaryThe RN – Inpatient OB/GYN will provide high-quality nursing care to patients in labor, delivery, and postpartum units. The role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to handle obstetric emergencies, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive nursing care in OB/GYN inpatient unit</li><li>Monitor maternal and fetal conditions and respond to changes</li><li>Assist physicians during labor, delivery, and procedures</li><li>Administer medications and treatments as prescribed</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation in Electronic Health Records (EHR)</li><li>Coordinate care with physicians and healthcare teams</li><li>Ensure compliance with clinical standards and federal regulations</li><li>Participate in quality assurance and patient safety initiatives</li></ul>Required Qualifications<h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>Minimum 2–3 years of recent Inpatient OB/GYN experience</li></ul><h3>Licensure</h3><ul><li>Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license (any U.S. state)</li></ul><h3>Certifications (Required)</h3><ul><li>BLS (Basic Life Support)</li><li>ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)</li><li>Any OB/GYN-specific certifications as required by facility</li></ul>Required Skills<ul><li>Experience in Labor &amp; Delivery and Postpartum care</li><li>Ability to manage obstetric emergencies</li><li>Proficiency in Electronic Health Records (EHR)</li><li>Strong clinical assessment and patient coordination skills</li></ul>Submission Requirements:<ul><li>Updated Resume</li><li>BLS &amp; ACLS Certifications</li><li>Signed Letter of Commitment (LOC)</li><li>Must be available for June end or July 1st start</li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>Credentialing Timeline: 6–8 weeks</li><li>Remote Work: Not Available</li></ul>

Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock NM New Mexico Shiprock, New Mexico Compact States RN OB/GYN 8 hours, days Encode INC

Job Title: RN – Pediatric Outpatient ClinicSpecialty: Pediatric Nursing (Outpatient)Place of Work (City/State): Shiprock, NMSite: Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) – Primary Site; may also float to Four Corners Regional Health Center (FCRHC) and Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center (DZHC)Location: US Hwy 491 North, Shiprock, NM 87420Duration: 6-month Base Period + 4 Option Periods of 6 months eachCredentialing / Onboarding Time: 6 to 8 weeks.  Shift Schedule:<ul><li>Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (8.5-hour shift / Day shift only)</li><li>No weekends, no holidays</li><li>Specific tour of duty directed by the Supervisory Clinical Nurse (SCN)</li></ul>How Many Shifts Needed Per Month: Approximately 21–22 shifts per month per nurse (5 days/week)Hours Per Contract Period: 1,040 hours per RN per 6-month period (~40 hours/week)License: Current, valid, unrestricted RN license from a U.S. state or territoryCertifications (All Must Remain Current Throughout Contract):<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)</li><li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association (AHA)</li></ul>Education: Registered Nurse (RN) degree (as required for RN licensure)Experience Required: Minimum 24 months of total nursing experience, with at least 2 years of pediatric nursing experience required.  Special Skills Needed:<ul><li>Basic computer/IT skills (ability to use IHS information technology systems)</li><li>Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English</li><li>Cultural sensitivity and awareness of American Indian and Alaska Native cultures</li><li>Ability to float to other nursing departments as needed</li><li>Familiarity with electronic health records and documentation</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Admit, assess, and provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients ages 0–18, including physical exams, vital monitoring, developmental screenings, and lab/diagnostic interpretation</li><li>Administer vaccines, immunizations, medications (weight-based pediatric dosing), IV therapy, and assist with procedures (blood draws, treatments)</li><li>Develop and implement individualized care plans for acute illnesses and chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, ADHD, allergies)</li><li>Educate and counsel parents/caregivers on growth, nutrition, safety, medications, mental health, and chronic disease management</li><li>Collaborate with pediatricians and interdisciplinary team on care planning; manage patient flow and care transitions</li><li>Screen for mental health concerns (e.g., ADHD) and provide family support during challenging health situations</li><li>Maintain accurate, timely documentation and medical records in compliance with HIPAA, Privacy Act, and IHS IT security policies</li><li>Complete all required competency verifications and weekly timesheets</li><li>Float to other nursing units/departments within the Shiprock Service Unit as needed</li></ul>

Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock NM New Mexico Shiprock, New Mexico Compact States RN Pediatrics 8 hours, days Encode INC

Job Title: RN – Inpatient Pediatrics / Medical Surgical  Specialty: Pediatric Nursing / Medical Surgical  Place of Work (City/State): Shiprock, NMSite: Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC)Location: US Hwy 491 North, Shiprock, NM 87420  Duration: 6-month Base Period + 4 Option Periods of 6 months each  Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, starting at 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM (Day and Night shifts available)  How Many Shifts Needed Per Month: 3 shifts one week, 4 shifts the following week = 7 shifts per 2-week period (84 hours per 2 weeks); approximately 1,040 hours per 6-month period per nurse.Credentialing / Onboarding Time: 6 to 8 weeks (standard; background investigation and PIV card/ID issuance required prior to start) License: Current, valid, unrestricted RN license from a U.S. state or territoryCertifications (All Required):<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS)</li><li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)</li><li>Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)</li></ul> Experience Needed: Minimum 24 months (2 years) of nursing experience, with at least 2 years specifically in Pediatric and Medical Surgical nursing Special Skills Needed:<ul><li>Medication administration for adult and pediatric patients</li><li>IV pump (IVACs), cardiac monitors, phototherapy, high-flow oxygen delivery</li><li>PICC line, Port-a-cath, and central line management</li><li>Venipuncture/phlebotomy and blood products administration</li><li>PCA pump, Kangaroo pump, and defibrillator operation</li><li>Chest tube and wound vac management</li><li>Point of care glucose testing (Accu-Chek Inform II)</li><li>IHS electronic health system proficiency (basic computer/IT skills)</li><li>Fluent English communication (read, write, speak)</li><li>Cultural sensitivity toward American Indian and Alaska Native communities</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide inpatient nursing care to pediatric and medical surgical patients</li><li>Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans</li><li>Assess patients, interview families, and collaborate with physicians and care team</li><li>Observe, document, and report patient conditions, medication responses, and treatment changes</li><li>Respond to emergencies (Code Blue/RRT) per AHA algorithms and facility protocols</li><li>Administer medications and perform procedures per competency standards</li><li>Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and adhere to IHS IT security policies</li><li>Complete all mandatory competency validations, orientations, and required training</li><li>Submit accurate weekly timesheets verified by the Supervisory Clinical Nurse (SCN)</li><li>Coordinate leave requests with SCN; provide medical documentation for absences of 3+ consecutive days</li><li>Float to other nursing departments as needed (sitter, transport, other units)</li><li>Wear government-issued contractor ID badge at all times during duty</li></ul>

Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock NM New Mexico Shiprock, New Mexico Compact States RN Med Surg 12 hours, days, nights Encode INC

Registered Nurse (RN) – Ambulatory Care | Travel Contract Company: DT-Trak Consulting, Inc. Location: Shiprock, NM (Northern Navajo Medical Center)Pay Package<ul><li>$40 per hour taxed </li><li>$60 per hour overtime </li><li>$1,246 per week per diem </li><li>$500 travel allowance </li><li>Weekly gross: $2,846 </li></ul>Position Overview DT-Trak seeks 5 Registered Nurses for a federal contract supporting the Indian Health Service at Northern Navajo Medical Center. You will provide ambulatory and inpatient nursing care in a high-demand setting serving the Navajo Nation.Schedule<ul><li>Full-time </li><li>8 to 12 hour shifts </li><li>40 hours per week </li><li>Overtime available </li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver direct patient care in ambulatory and inpatient settings </li><li>Administer medications and IV therapy </li><li>Perform assessments and document in EMR </li><li>Follow IHS, HIPAA, and facility protocols </li><li>Coordinate with providers and nursing leadership </li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Active, unrestricted RN license </li><li>2+ years recent RN experience </li><li>BLS required </li><li>ACLS or PALS preferred based on unit  </li><li>Ability to pass background check and credentialing </li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Weekly pay </li><li>Travel support </li><li>Federal contract </li><li>Fast onboarding </li></ul>Start Date<ul><li>June 2026 </li></ul>How to Apply Send your resume and credentials to: Include:<ul><li> </li></ul>Immediate interviews. Fast submissions prioritized.

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