Registered Nurse - Shiprock, NM

United Energy Workers Healthcare

Shiprock, New Mexico

Posted Jul 31 · Applications close Jul 31, 2027

License: RN or LPN licenseValid driver’s license and ability to travel to clients’ homes.

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License: Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to clients’ homes.
Certification: Must pass a criminal background check and have current CPR certification.
Education: RN or LPN license and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
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Experience: Experience in home health or hospice settings preferred.

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Against similar roles: Below most New Mexico staff postingsNew Mexico staff postings that state pay run $33/hr to $59/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $51/hr, across 422 postings.

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Overview United Energy Workers Healthcare: Where Compassion Meets Care! We are a compassionate company driven by a personal commitment to exceptional care. Founded by the grandchildren of a former Department of Energy worker, we elevate the lives of energy workers with unwavering compassion and whole-person care.

We're searching for dedicated and empathetic Registered Nurses to join our team as 1099 Independent Contractors , bringing comfort and exceptional care directly to the homes of those who need it most. If you're driven by a desire to make a tangible difference in people's lives and thrive in a flexible, independent environment, we invite you to connect with us. This is more than just a nursing role; it's an opportunity to be a beacon of support and healing in your community.

As an In-Home Health Care RN, you'll have the unique privilege of building meaningful relationships with your patients, providing holistic care that extends beyond medical needs to truly touch their lives. Responsibilities Responsibilities Provide in-home nursing care and administer prescribed treatments. Monitor patient conditions and report changes.

Educate patients and their families about health and wellness. Flexible Schedule! 4 hours/week!

Qualifications What We're Looking For RN or LPN license and graduation from an accredited nursing program. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to clients’ homes. Experience in home health or hospice settings preferred.

Must pass a criminal background check and have current CPR certification. Apply Today If you’re dedicated to providing personalized care and seeking a flexible role, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as a 1099 Independent Contractor and make a meaningful difference!

Pay Range USD $40.00 - USD $45.00 /Hr.

What's around it?

In Shiprock, NM

Shiprock, NMFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 8% below the US average

Median rent: $694/mo
Household income: $35,900/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Shiprock, NM

NeighborhoodsShiprock is arranged as a spread-out, suburban-rural community on the Navajo Nation rather than a city of conventional subdivided neighborhoods. Residential clusters are largely concentrated along the primary transit spines of US 64 and US 491, stretching toward the San Juan River and surrounding the community hub near the Kirk Center. Living arrangements are typically peaceful and quiet, characterized by larger multi-generational households and established, rooted homesteads rather than dense apartment complexes.

Shiprock is arranged as a spread-out, suburban-rural community on the Navajo Nation rather than a city of conventional subdivided neighborhoods. Residential clusters are largely concentrated along the primary transit spines of US 64 and US 491, stretching toward the San Juan River and surrounding the community hub near the Kirk Center.

Living arrangements are typically peaceful and quiet, characterized by larger multi-generational households and established, rooted homesteads rather than dense apartment complexes.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: livability.com Source 2: areavibes.com Source 3: niche.com Source 4: thebitenm.com

Getting aroundDaily travel in Shiprock is thoroughly car-dependent, with an average local commute time of roughly nineteen minutes. Transit routes are centered on the junction of US 64 and US 491, which connect local health facilities and chapter services to neighboring communities. Public transportation options are minimal and serve only select transit needs, meaning personal vehicles are necessary for navigating work shifts and basic errands.

Daily travel in Shiprock is thoroughly car-dependent, with an average local commute time of roughly nineteen minutes. Transit routes are centered on the junction of US 64 and US 491, which connect local health facilities and chapter services to neighboring communities.

Public transportation options are minimal and serve only select transit needs, meaning personal vehicles are necessary for navigating work shifts and basic errands.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: livability.com Source 2: areavibes.com Source 3: newmexicomagazine.org

OutdoorsThe local landscape is dominated by Tsé Bitʼaʼí, the iconic 7,178-foot volcanic ridge that towers over the high-desert plains. Because the formation is sacred to the Navajo people, hiking and rock climbing are strictly prohibited, and visitors must admire and photograph the formation from paved roadway viewpoints. Outdoor enthusiasts often plan day outings across the wider Four Corners region, including trips to Chaco Culture National Historical Park to explore ancient ruins along the Pueblo Bonito Overlook Trail.

The local landscape is dominated by Tsé Bitʼaʼí, the iconic 7,178-foot volcanic ridge that towers over the high-desert plains. Because the formation is sacred to the Navajo people, hiking and rock climbing are strictly prohibited, and visitors must admire and photograph the formation from paved roadway viewpoints.

Outdoor enthusiasts often plan day outings across the wider Four Corners region, including trips to Chaco Culture National Historical Park to explore ancient ruins along the Pueblo Bonito Overlook Trail.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: newmexicomagazine.org Source 2: yelp.com

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Living in Shiprock

Relocating to Shiprock offers healthcare workers a rare opportunity to serve within the heart of the Navajo Nation's Northern Agency, set against the striking backdrop of Tsé Bitʼaʼí. Life here moves at a peaceful, contemplative pace where long-standing Diné traditions, multilingual households, and artisan craftsmanship shape daily life. Community connection happens organically over Navajo tea at the Coffee Ship, Saturday morning treasure hunting for silver jewelry at the US 491 Flea Market, and savoring fresh mutton stew and fry bread at D N M Grillen Native. However, living here involves clear practical tradeoffs: the community is strictly car-dependent, with everyday commutes following US 64 and US 491. Commercial amenities, grocery diversity, and conventional rental apartments are limited on tribal trust land, prompting many nurses to commute from or regularly travel to nearby Farmington. For clinicians seeking meaningful community impact, profound cultural richness, and wide-open Southwestern desert expanses, Shiprock provides an unforgettable professional and personal experience.

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As of 2026Source 1: livability.com Source 2: areavibes.com Source 3: niche.com Source 4: newmexicomagazine.org Source 5: thebitenm.com

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Shiprock, NMFrom Census ACS 2024.