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 crucial role in delivering essential healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of medical conditions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings to identify potential health issues early.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices and emerging healthcare trends.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state where the position is located.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Pass a background check.
• Pass a drug screening.
• Pass a physical examination.

Skills

• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position varies based on the location and department needs, typically ranging from full-time to part-time hours.

Location

Many vacancies are available in various 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
• Ogemaw, 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

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Apply by 09/30/26