Travel RN Navajo Nation Public Health

Location: Kayenta

Description

ColoVAX is seeking a Mobile Public Health / Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Navajo Public Health Nursing Program (NPHN) with mobile health services in the areas around Kayenta Health Center, Inscription House Health Clinic, and Navajo Mountain Community Health Center.

Our goal is to support NPHNs mission by providing friendly, reliable RN's who uphold the highest standards of public health nursing and are excited to strengthen rural Navajo Nation community wellness through culturally competent care.

This role offers an opportunity to work directly within tribal public health systems delivering meaningful, community-centered care.

Position Overview The Mobile Public Health / Primary Care RN will provide community-based mobile nursing services focused on prevention, education, continuity of care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

ColoVAX employees promote sustainable health outcomes and improve access to essential public health services.

Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities RNs may support:
Medical referrals and care coordination

Child and family health services

Immunization programs

Chronic and acute condition management

Community health assessments

Health promotion and patient education

School health screenings

Community event medical standbys

Emergency Response Support All staff are prepared to assist with:
Community events (fairs, marathons, public gatherings)
Public health emergencies and disaster response activities

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Required License & Certification:
Active RN license (in AZ, NM, UT, or a nursing compact state)
BLS Provider (CPR/AED)
Why Join ColoVAX?

ColoVAX partners with public health agencies and underserved communities to expand access to high-quality healthcare services. Our teams are mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to advancing equitable health outcomes.

This role is ideal for nurses passionate about:
Public health nursing

Community engagement

Indigenous health equity

Prevention-focused care Meaningful, community-centered impact

Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week Monday Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch break from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.Compensation - Two Options Option

A) We are currently recruiting a team of 5 RNs under 50-week initial assignments with a pay package approximately equivalent to a $64/hour traditional taxed position.

Taxable Hourly Rate: $20/hr
* 40hr =$800 / week

Tax-Free Per Diem: $219/day (5 workdays) + $74/day (2 days off) = $1,243 / week Estimated Weekly Take-Home Tax-Free Stipend + Taxed Base: $1,912 after all tax deductions

* Note:

The total package provides net pay approximately equivalent to a $64/hour traditional taxed position.

Option

B) If you prefer, we can book and pay for a hotel for you. If we do this, your pay rate will be $50/hr, of which $74/day will be treated as a tax-free per diem stipend.
** If you can start by September 9, we will also pay a $3,000 signing bonus
** Benefits: 401(k) with 3% employer contributions

Continuing education credits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision Insurance Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off (total 30 days / 6 weeks per year)
Medical Specialty:
Public Health Primary Care Physical Setting:
Mobile Clinic Community health center

Outpatient

Ability to Commute:
Kayenta Health Center, Inscription House Health Clinic, and Navajo Mountain Community Health Center (Required)
ColoVAX gives employment preference to qualified Navajo applicants in all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, retention, and recall, in accordance with the Navajo Preference in Employment Act (15 N.N.C. 601 et seq.). Secondary preference is extended to non-Navajo spouses of enrolled Navajo Nation members who meet statutory residency and documentation requirements.recblid mgjo