Nurse (All Specialties)

About the role

The IHS is dedicated to improving the health of American Indian and Alaska Native people. As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver compassionate care in areas such as the Emergency Department, Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery, Operating Room, and Med/Surg-Inpatient.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of skilled patient care in accordance with nursing standards and evidence-based practice.
• Supervising the delivery of nursing care by other professional and non-professional staff, providing guidance, evaluation, and feedback as needed.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement coordinated care plans.
• Utilizing critical thinking skills to make complex clinical decisions and respond effectively to rapidly changing patient conditions.
• Administering prescribed therapeutic interventions including medications, intravenous fluids, blood products, and other treatments in accordance with established policies and standards of care.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans across the continuum of care including antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, obstetrical triage, and newborn nursery services.
• Maintaining required certifications (e.g., ACLS, BLS, NRP) and demonstrating competency in advanced perioperative and procedural nursing skills.
• Performing on-call duties as required to provide patient care during off-tour hours for emergency surgical and procedural cases.
• Functions as the second circulator for complex surgical procedures.
• Promoting evidence-based nursing practice through coordinating care focused on patient education, self-management, and overall satisfaction throughout the continuum of inpatient care.
• Recognizing changes in patient condition, identifying urgent or emergent situations, and initiating appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and maintaining knowledge of current clinical and operational guidelines.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must be a U.S. citizen and have a valid driver’s license. You must also have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state where you will be working. Additionally, you must have at least one year of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in a hospital environment.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in emergency care, obstetrics, and/or surgery.
• Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity to the needs of American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Essential skills for this role include:

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and nursing practices.

Benefits

The IHS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $84,363 - $127,725 per year.

Schedule

This position may be scheduled on a variety of shifts, including full-time, part-time, and intermittent. On-call hours or standby duty may be required.