Emergency Department Nurse
Fort Defiance, Arizona
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital

Job Opportunity: Emergency Department Nurse (Contract)

Location: Fort Defiance, Arizona
Specialty: Nursing (Emergency Department)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience in the specialty (Emergency Department) required.
• In some cases, more experience may be required.
• Prior travel experience is required (indicated by "JOB POST FOR A RETURNING TRAVELER").

Job Description

• Work in a fast-paced Emergency Department consisting of:

  • 11-bed Main ED
  • 6-bed ED Fast Track
  • 7-bed ED Observation Unit
• Nurses rotate regularly through all ED areas.
• Assignments may include Triage, Quick Registration, Covid Tent, and Entry Screening.
• Daily area assignments with possible shift rotations depending on patient volume and unit needs.
• May assist with Covid testing and immunization clinics as needed.
• Night shifts primarily (7 PM - 7 AM), with possible shift changes including day shifts to accommodate staffing needs.
• Typical schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off, alternating between 36 and 48 hours per week.
• 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 facility after confirmation; fee applies)

Additional Information

• Orientation is held on Mondays only.
• Travelers must meet compliance deadlines or orientation will be rescheduled to the following Monday.