Public Health Jobs in Arizona

At ColoVAX, our mission is to increase access to essential healthcare services that prioritize safety and community needs. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where all patients receive the care they deserve. By working collaboratively with community partners, we aim to ensure better health outcomes for all, including those facing barriers to care.

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 NPHN’s 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

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.

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.