Emergency Room NP or PA

Position Details Start Date: June/July Location: Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC), Shiprock, NM Setting: Emergency Department Schedule: Part‑time; can increase to full‑time based on department needs. Rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) Contract Type: 1099 Government Contractor (Locum) Duration: Up to 1 year with extension options Position Overview The ER Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will provide emergency medical care to patients of all ages, managing acute and urgent conditions in a high-volume emergency department serving the Navajo Nation. This role offers professional growth, meaningful patient impact, and a dynamic emergency care setting. Key Responsibilities Perform rapid assessments, triage, and medical screening exams Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries in an emergency setting Order and interpret diagnostic tests including labs and imaging Perform emergency procedures within scope (suturing, splinting, wound care, etc.) Stabilize and manage critically ill patients Prescribe medications in accordance with IHS formulary guidelines Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams Coordinate patient transfers when higher levels of care are required Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EHR system Follow all IHS protocols, including infection control and patient safety standards Provide culturally competent care to diverse patient populations What We Offer Flexible scheduling with part‑time hours and potential to increase to full‑time Long‑term, stable contract with extension potential Competitive compensation Opportunity to serve a rural and underserved population Fast‑paced, team‑oriented clinical environment Open to local and travel candidates Additional Information Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Candidates should be flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic emergency care environment. Indian Preference Policy Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services follows an Indian Preference Policy. Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws. Requirements Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Board Certified NP (FNP or ENP preferred) or PA‑C Minimum of 2–3 years of Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care experience Active, unrestricted license in any U.S. state or territory Active DEA registration Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required Experience with Indian Health Services (IHS) or tribal healthcare systems preferred Experience working in rural or underserved settings preferred Must be a U.S. citizen residing primarily in the United States Must be able to pass a federal background/security clearance Proof of education (diploma or transcripts required) #J-18808-Ljbffr