RN - Obstetrics - Contract/Travel - Indian Health Services

Description We are seeking experienced Obstetrics Registered Nurses (RNs) for travel assignments supporting Indian Health Service (IHS) facilities in Chinle, Arizona and Shiprock, New Mexico.

These roles offer the chance to deliver meaningful maternal and newborn care in communities where nurses are highly valued and clinical impact is immediate.

Live and Work in Some of the Most Beautiful Landscapes in the Southwest These assignments are located in the heart of the Four Corners region, offering unmatched access to outdoor recreation and some of the most iconic scenery in the United States. In your time off, you can explore: Monument Valley and the surrounding red rock landscapes Canyon hikes, slot canyons, and desert trails National parks and protected lands across Arizona and Utah Stargazing in some of the darkest night skies in the country Scenic drives through the Navajo Nation and Southwest high desert Weekend trips to Lake Powell, Canyon de Chelly, and Mesa Verde This is a unique opportunity to combine purpose-driven clinical work with an outdoor lifestyle unlike anywhere else in the country.

What You’ll Do Provide labor & delivery and postpartum nursing care Monitor maternal and fetal status and respond to clinical changes Support safe delivery and recovery processes Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams Educate and support patients and families Maintain accurate clinical documentation Deliver culturally respectful, patient-centered care Assignment Details 13-week minimum travel assignments (extensions often available) In-person roles at tribal healthcare facilities Why Nurses Choose These Assignments High-impact work in underserved communities Strong demand for experienced OB nurses Opportunity to build advanced rural clinical experience Access to unmatched outdoor recreation and natural beauty Travel assignments with stability and extension potential If you're looking for meaningful OB work combined with adventure, space, and some of the most iconic landscapes in the Southwest, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Active RN license (any U.S. state where applicable) 2 years OB/L&D experience required Strong clinical judgment and adaptability Comfort working in rural or resource-variable environments Respect for culturally diverse communities Willingness to travel for assignment duration Prior experience with IHS (Indian Health Services) preferred, but not required ACLS BLS PALS NRP Fetal Monitoring Certification