Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Fort Defiance, Arizona
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital

Nursing Contract Opportunity - Fort Defiance, Arizona

Position Overview

• Specialty: Nursing (Emergency Department)
• Employment Type: Contract
• Location: Fort Defiance, Arizona
• Facility: Emergency Department with multiple units:

  • 11-bed Main ED
  • 6-bed ED Fast Track
  • 7-bed ED Observation Unit
• Nurses rotate regularly through all ED areas.
• Additional assignments may include Triage, Quick Registration, Covid Tent, and Entry Screening.
• May assist with Covid testing and immunization clinics as needed.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience in the specialty applied for.
• Some positions may require more experience.

Shift Details

• Night Shift: 7 PM to 7 AM
• Schedule typically 7 days on, 7 days off.
• Hours alternate weekly between 36 and 48 hours.
• Maximum of one week Return to Office (RTO) if needed.
• Shifts may change during the contract, including possible day shifts to accommodate staffing needs.
• Occasional floating to other departments where qualified, which may involve patient care or task-oriented duties (e.g., answering call lights, phones).

Required Certifications

• American Heart Association BLS
• ACLS
• PALS or ENPC
• TNCC
• Conscious sedation certification (obtained through the facility after confirmation; fee applies)

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Additional Information

• Orientation is held on Mondays only.
• Travelers missing compliance deadlines will be rescheduled to the following Monday.
• Floating to other departments may be required based on qualifications and competency.