RN for Inpatient Pediatric Unit - Indian Health Services (IHS)

Vision Quest Solutions Inc.

Shiprock, NM

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Vision Quest Solutions is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide pediatric inpatient nursing care in support of a federal healthcare mission serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities in the Navajo Nation. This is a full-time, 12-hour shift inpatient hospital role in a pediatric and medical-surgical setting. Nurses in this role deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where clinical skill, cultural respect, and teamwork are essential. *Position Overview* RNs in this role provide comprehensive inpatient pediatric and medical-surgical nursing care, including: * Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care * Medication administration and IV therapy management * Monitoring and responding to changes in patient condition * Pediatric and adult medical-surgical patient support (including high-acuity cases) * Participation in emergency response * Collaboration with providers and interdisciplinary care teams * Accurate and timely clinical documentation in electronic systems

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* Ensuring patient safety, infection control, and compliance with hospital protocols *Work Schedule* * 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM) * Rotating schedule (typically 3 shifts one week, 4 shifts the next) * Includes weekends and holidays as part of a 24/7 inpatient hospital environment *Required Qualifications* * Active, *unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license* in any U. S. state or territory * Minimum *2 years of pediatric nursing experience*, including medical-surgical or inpatient hospital experience * Current *Basic Life Support (BLS) certification* (required) * Current *Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)* certification * Current *Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)* certification * Current *Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)* certification * Ability to pass required federal background investigation * Strong clinical judgment in acute care settings * Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team *Additional Requirements* * Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment Native populations * Strong communication skills * Ability to comply with HIPAA, federal healthcare regulations, and facility protocols * Willingness to float to other inpatient units as needed based on patient care needs *Preferred Experience* * Previous experience in inpatient pediatric or medical-surgical units * Experience in rural, critical access, or government healthcare settings * Familiarity with high-acuity monitoring, IV therapy, and pediatric respiratory care * Prior experience with IHS preferred, but not required *About the Role* This position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful, hands-on pediatric care in a community where your work directly impacts access to healthcare in a rural and underserved region. Nurses in this role are part of a mission-focused healthcare team serving patients across the Navajo Nation. *Apply Today* If you are an experienced RN seeking a role with purpose, clinical challenge, and the opportunity to serve in a unique inpatient pediatric setting, we encourage you to apply. Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: * Health insurance * Paid time off Work Location: In person