Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner)
Indian Health Service · Watonga, OK · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$111k–$164k/yrFull-time
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 care in underserved areas.
Responsibilities
- Provide primary and specialty healthcare services to patients in remote and rural settings.
- Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries, including preventive care and chronic disease management.
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conduct health assessments and screenings to identify potential health issues early.
- Prescribe medications and treatments based on clinical judgment and evidence-based practices.
- Engage in community health programs and outreach initiatives to promote wellness and preventable health issues.
Requirements
- A current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in at least one state.
- Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Experience working in a healthcare setting serving diverse populations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or higher.
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
- Experience in providing primary and specialty healthcare services.
- Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse populations.
Skills
- Strong clinical skills and decision-making abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
- Paid training and development opportunities.
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate community needs.
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 the location and patient demand, but typically include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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
- Ogema, 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