Shiprock, NM IHS RN - Pediatric Outpatient Clinic Job at Prime Physicians, Shiprock, NM

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  • Prime Physicians
  • Shiprock, NM

Job Description

Job Title: RN Pediatric Outpatient Clinic

Specialty: Pediatric Nursing (Outpatient)

Place of Work (City/State): Shiprock NM

Site: 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 87420

Duration: 6-month Base Period 4 Option Periods of 6 months each

Credentialing / Onboarding Time: 6 to 8 weeks

Shift Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (8.5-hour shift / Day shift only)

  • No weekends no holidays

  • Specific tour of duty directed by the Supervisory Clinical Nurse (SCN)

How Many Shifts Needed Per Month: Approximately 21 22 shifts per month per nurse (5 days/week)

Hours Per Contract Period: 1040 hours per RN per 6-month period (40 hours/week)

License: Current valid unrestricted RN license from a U.S. state or territory

Certifications (All Must Remain Current Throughout Contract):

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA)

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association (AHA)

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association (AHA)

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:

  • Basic computer/IT skills (ability to use IHS information technology systems)

  • Proficient in reading writing speaking and understanding English

  • Cultural sensitivity and awareness of American Indian and Alaska Native cultures

  • Ability to float to other nursing departments as needed

  • Familiarity with electronic health records and documentation

Responsibilities:

  • Admit assess and provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients ages 0 18 including physical exams vital monitoring developmental screenings and lab/diagnostic interpretation

  • Administer vaccines immunizations medications (weight-based pediatric dosing) IV therapy and assist with procedures (blood draws treatments)

  • Develop and implement individualized care plans for acute illnesses and chronic conditions (asthma diabetes ADHD allergies)

  • Educate and counsel parents/caregivers on growth nutrition safety medications mental health and chronic disease management

  • Collaborate with pediatricians and interdisciplinary team on care planning; manage patient flow and care transitions

  • Screen for mental health concerns (e.g. ADHD) and provide family support during challenging health situations

  • Maintain accurate timely documentation and medical records in compliance with HIPAA Privacy Act and IHS IT security policies

  • Complete all required competency verifications and weekly timesheets

  • Float to other nursing units/departments within the Shiprock Service Unit as needed

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift

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