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Registered Nurse - OB/GYN

Akicita Federal, LLC·Shiprock, New Mexico

$182,000/yr·Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Registered Nurse will provide comprehensive obstetric and newborn care, including labor and delivery management, postpartum support, and Level II newborn stabilization. Additionally, the role involves administering medications, assisting in surgical procedures, and floating to other departments as needed to meet patient care requirements.

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide Obstetric Inpatient (OB/GYN) nursing services within the Navajo Area Indian Health Service. As a proactive health advocate for the American Indian and Alaska Native populations, you will deliver comprehensive, culturally acceptable care in a remote and rural setting. This role covers Labor and Delivery, Postpartum Couplet Care, and Newborn Levels I and II.

Join our mission to provide essential healthcare services to the 557+ federally recognized tribes. Your expertise makes a direct impact on the health and sovereignty of the Native people. \n

\n $182,000 - $182,000 a year Location

  • Northern
  • Navajo
  • Medical
  • Center (NNMC),
  • Shiprock,
  • NM
  • Work
  • Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7:00
  • AM/PM to 7:30 PM/AM); alternating 3 and 4 shifts per week. Includes weekends and holidays.

Core Responsibilities • Labor & Delivery

  • Perform admissions and assessments; manage high-risk cases including trial of labor after C-section, placental abruption, fetal distress, and substance use history.
  • Postpartum &
  • Couplet
  • Care: Provide post-op C-section recovery, manage "Baby Friendly" initiatives, and administer phototherapy or IV antibiotics for newborns.
  • Newborn
  • Level II: Assist with umbilical line insertion, intubation, oxygen delivery via blender, and stabilization for transfer.
  • Clinical
  • Duties: Administer medications (Oxytocin, Magnesium Sulfate, Blood products), manage Jada insertions, and circulate as an OR nurse for surgical procedures.
  • Flexibility: Floating to other nursing departments (as a sitter, on transport, or to other units) is required based on patient care needs.

Candidate Qualifications • Experience

  • Minimum of 24 months of total nursing experience, with at least 2 years specifically in OB/GYN nursing.
  • Licensure: Current, valid, and unrestricted nursing license from any U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia.
  • Certifications: o Fetal Monitoring (AWHONN) o Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) o Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association o Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
  • Skills: Proficiency in Information Technology/Electronic Health Records (EHR) and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (if required by specific duties).

Expectations & Ethics • Cultural Awareness

Must demonstrate respect for American Indian and Alaska Native practices and communicate effectively in English.

Professional

Conduct: Adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics and federal standards of business conduct.

Compliance: Strict adherence to HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and EMTALA regulations.

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Requirements

Candidates must possess at least 24 months of nursing experience, with a minimum of 2 years specifically in OB/GYN settings. Required certifications include AWHONN Fetal Monitoring, NRP, BLS, and ACLS, along with a valid, unrestricted U.S. nursing license.

  • professional certificate
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Assessment
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Emergency Response
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Basic Life Support
  • Cultural Competency
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Fetal Monitoring
  • Neonatal Resuscitation
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Postpartum Care
  • Labor And Delivery
  • Newborn Stabilization
  • Obstetric Nursing

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$182,000/yr
Location
Shiprock, New Mexico
Posted
Apr 29, 2026
Application
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Akicita Federal, LLC

Akicita Cyber LLC dba Akicita Federal At Akicita Federal, we specialize in supporting efforts related to National Security and Homeland Security. We provide a wide range of services and solutions that aid in protecting the country from potential threats and ensuring the safety...

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IndustryBusiness Consulting and Services
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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