Med-Surg Inpatient Nurse

Akicita Federal•Parker, AZ

15d•$2,900 - $3,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Parker Indian Health Center, part of the Colorado River Service Unit (CRSU), seeks a compassionate, experienced, and skilled Inpatient Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) to support a 17-bed Critical Access Hospital offering 24/7 inpatient and emergency care services. The RN will deliver comprehensive, culturally sensitive care to tribal members and Native American communities in remote Arizona, California, and Nevada locations.

Requirements

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or diploma from an accredited nursing program.
Licensure: Current, active, and unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state or territory.
Certifications Required:
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years Med-Surg experience within the last 24 months.
EHR Proficiency: Ability to use and document in an Electronic Health Record system.
Must pass Indian Health Service credentialing and background clearance.
Compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
Completion of onboarding training modules (e.g., Relias competencies).
Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist with patient mobility and transport.
Must not use tobacco products on HHS-controlled property per DHHS Tobacco-Free Policy.

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work well with diverse populations.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in acute care settings.
Culturally competent care experience, especially with Native American communities.
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and initiate the nursing process for admitted patients.
Administer medications, oxygen therapy, blood products, and perform various medical treatments as prescribed.
Operate and manage medical equipment including suction machines, EKG monitors, and ventilators.
Monitor vital signs, neurological status, and patient responses to treatments.
Provide direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies and adverse drug reactions.
Document patient care, observations, and outcomes using Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Collaborate with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Supervise and delegate tasks to ancillary nursing staff.
Collect and handle laboratory specimens (blood, urine, stool, etc.).
Comply with CMS, Joint Commission, and CRSU standards in all documentation and patient care.
Participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and quality control checks (e.g., crash carts, blood glucose monitoring).