RN

**Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room / PACU****Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock NM Indian Health Service****Pay Rate:** $45$55 per hour**Contract Length:** 6 Months (Extension Options Available)**Schedule:** MondayFriday Day Shift On-Call Rotation**Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit**### About the PositionNorthern Navajo Medical Center is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse to support its surgical services department. This federal Indian Health Service hospital serves the Navajo Nation and provides essential healthcare services to American Indian and Alaska Native position works across the Operating Room PACU Pre-Op Day Surgery and Endoscopy departments. The facility performs a variety of procedures including general surgery OB/GYN dental podiatry and endoscopy cases.### Schedule* Monday through Friday day shifts* Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM* Approximately 4 on-call shifts per month* Must be able to respond within 15 minutes when on call* On-site sleep room available during on-call assignments* Additional compensation provided for call-back hours worked### Responsibilities* Complete pre-operative assessments and patient preparation* Start IVs and administer medications as ordered* Serve as Circulating RN during surgical procedures* Monitor sterile field integrity and assist with surgical documentation* Provide post-anesthesia recovery care in PACU* Monitor patients for pain control airway management and recovery readiness* Support endoscopy procedures before during and after treatment* Coordinate care with surgeons anesthesia providers and support staff* Document patient care in electronic health records### Minimum Qualifications* Active Registered Nurse license from any U.S. state or territory* Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience* Current BLS ACLS and PALS certifications* Ability to pass a federal background investigation* Ability to obtain Indian Health Service security clearance* Physician-issued fitness-for-duty certification### Required Health Documentation* Hepatitis B vaccination series or positive titer* MMR vaccination documentation* Varicella vaccination or immunity documentation* Tdap vaccination* Current TB screening within the past 12 months* Annual influenza vaccination### Benefits* Competitive hourly compensation* Weekly direct deposit* Paid sick leave accrual* Eleven paid federal holidays* Paid vacation eligibility after one year of service* Professional liability insurance provided* Facility orientation and training included* Government-issued PPE and identification badge provided* Extension opportunities available up to 30 months total contract length### About Shiprock New MexicoShiprock is located in the Four Corners region on the Navajo Nation. The area is known for its scenic desert landscapes outdoor recreation opportunities and unique cultural heritage. Nearby attractions include Shiprock Peak and Monument today to join a mission-driven healthcare team serving Native American communities while gaining valuable federal healthcare experience.