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 IHS’s mission to improve the health of these populations, Nurse Practitioners play a crucial role in delivering compassionate and culturally sensitive care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries
• Prescribe medications and treatments
• Provide preventive care and screenings
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers
• Manage chronic conditions and complex cases
• Conduct health education and outreach programs

Requirements

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification
• Experience in primary care settings
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge
• Cultural competency and sensitivity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or higher
• Completion of an APRN program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Nursing Education (ACEN)
• Passing scores on relevant national certification exams

Skills

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Retirement plan options
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

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

Schedule

Hours may vary based on patient needs and department requirements, but typically include a mix of day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Location

Vacancies are available in multiple locations across the United States, including:

• 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
• Taos, 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