Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner)

About the role

Nurse Practitioners at the Indian Health Service (IHS) are dedicated professionals who provide comprehensive healthcare services to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Guided by the IHS mission to improve the health of these populations, Nurse Practitioners play a crucial role in delivering compassionate care in underserved areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and specialty healthcare services
• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries
• Prescribe medications and treatments
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans
• Conduct health assessments and screenings
• Offer preventive care services
• Manage chronic conditions and complex cases
• Participate in community health programs

Requirements

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) from an accredited program
• Experience in providing healthcare services to American Indian and Alaska Native populations
• Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse communities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license

Skills

• Strong clinical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Leadership qualities
• Cultural competence

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Pension plan
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position varies based on the location and needs of the community. It typically includes a mix of day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Location

Many vacancies in the following locations:

• Camp Verde, AZ
• Chinle, AZ
• Cibecue, AZ
• Inscription House, AZ
• Kayenta, AZ
• Maricopa, AZ
• McNary, AZ
• Parker, AZ
• Peach Springs, AZ
• Phoenix, AZ
• Pinon, AZ
• Polacca, AZ
• Red Mesa, AZ
• Sacaton, AZ
• Supai, AZ
• Tsaile, AZ
• Whiteriver, AZ
• Fort Hall, ID
• Lawrence, KS
• Mashpee, MA
• Cass Lake, MN
• Naytahwaush, MN
• Ogemaw, MN
• Ponemah, MN
• Ponsford, MN
• Red Lake, MN
• Browning, MT
• Crow Agency, MT
• Lame Deer, MT
• Poplar, MT
• Wolf Point, MT
• Cherokee, NC
• Belcourt, ND
• Cannon Ball, ND
• Fort Yates, ND
• Winnebago, NE
• Acoma, NM
• Albuquerque, NM
• Bernalillo, NM
• Bloomfield, NM
• Cochiti Pueblo, NM
• Crownpoint, NM
• Cuba, NM
• Dulce, NM
• Espanola, NM
• Gallup, NM
• Mescalero, NM
• San Felipe Pueblo, NM
• San Fidel, NM
• Sanostee, NM
• Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
• Santa Fe, NM
• Shiprock, NM
• Thoreau, NM
• Toadlena, NM
• Zia Indian Reservation, NM
• Zuni, NM
• Elko, NV
• Moapa, NV
• Wadsworth, NV
• Lockport, NY
• Manlius, NY
• Anadarko, OK
• Carnegie, OK
• Clinton, OK
• El Reno, OK
• Lawton, OK
• Pawnee, OK
• Watonga, OK
• Wewoka, OK
• Salem, OR
• Warm Springs, OR

Posted 06/03/26

Apply by 09/30/26