Nurse (Outpatient)
About the role
Nurses at the Indian Health Service (IHS) are dedicated professionals who provide compassionate care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Guided by the IHS mission to improve the health of these populations, nurses play a vital role in delivering care where it is most needed.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate and effective healthcare services
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Provide education and support to patients and their families
- Contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program is required. Additional requirements may include:
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Experience in providing care to American Indian and Alaska Native populations
- Knowledge of cultural competency and community-based healthcare delivery
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- Pass a background check
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Be willing to relocate to one of the listed locations
Skills
Desired skills for this role include:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems
- Experience with culturally sensitive healthcare practices
Benefits
Candidates will receive a recruitment/relocation sign-on bonus upon successful completion of the hiring process.
Pay
The pay scale for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule for this role varies based on the needs of the community and the individual nurse’s availability.
Location
Vacancies are available in many 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
- Davis, CA
- Havasu Lake, CA
- Hemet, CA
- Riverside, CA
- Winterhaven, CA
- Towaoc, CO
- Fort Hall, ID
- Lawrence, KS
- Mashpee, MA
- Cass Lake, MN
- Naytahwaush, MN
- Ogema, MN
- Ponemah, MN
- Ponsford, MN
- Red Lake, MN
- Browning, MT
- Harlem, MT
- Hays, MT
- Lame Deer, MT
- Lodge Grass, MT
- Poplar, MT
- Pryor, 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
- Tohatchi, NM
- Zia Indian Reservation, NM
- Zuni, NM
- Elko, NV
- Moapa, NV
- Wadsworth, NV
- Lockport, NY
- Manlius, NY
Posted this month
Apply by 09/30/26