Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner

Join Our Mission to Provide Exceptional Healthcare in Rural and Tribal Communities!

Location:

Shiprock, NM

Are you a compassionate and mission-driven healthcare provider? We are seeking dedicated Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to join our team at the Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC), a pivotal healthcare facility within the Shiprock Service Unit (SRSU). Serve approximately 80,000 active users across New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah, providing essential care to the Navajo community and beyond.

• Comprehensive Care: NNMC is a 69-bed facility with a robust Emergency Department designated as a Level IV trauma center and certified as Peds Ready. Our medical center ensures top‑n­ight care for patients of all ages, with a diverse range of specialty services including behavioral health, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and more.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Work alongside a dedicated team of 50 physicians, supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a collaborative work environment. Our support staff includes nurses and techs, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
• Community Impact:
  Be a part of a dynamic and potentially disruptive social healthcare enterprise. Your work will directly impact the health and well‑being of underserved and Tribal communities, aligning with our mission to provide equitable healthcare access.

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses
• Perform comprehensive examinations for adults and children
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety projects
• Communicate effectively with collaborating physicians or specialists

• Board‑certified NP with an active, unrestricted license and DEA from any state or U.S. territory
• ACLS, BLS certifications
• Commitment to serving rural, Tribal, and underserved healthcare populations
• Passionate about social medicine and mission‑driven healthcare

• 10‑hour shifts in Super Track with flexible start times
• Average patient load of 12–19 patients per day

• Competitive pay: $90–$95/hour
• Malpractice coverage, including tail insurance
• Flexible career options with opportunities for both domestic and international rotations
• Supportive and engaged community of social medicine practitioners

• Durango Airport (90‑minute drive)
• Albuquerque International Airport (3.5‑hour drive)
• Flagstaff Regional Airport (4‑hour drive)

Arc Health is a mission‑driven social benefit healthcare enterprise. We actively seek primary care physicians and other advanced practice providers of multiple specialties to join us in serving rural, underserved, and Tribal communities. We offer competitive compensation, flexible career options, and a supportive community.

Ready to make a difference? Email your CV to or call