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 essential healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of medical conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings to identify potential health issues early.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.

Requirements

• A current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where the position is located.
• Completion of an approved nursing education program.
• Experience in providing care to American Indian and Alaska Native populations preferred.
• Ability to work in remote or underserved areas.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure.
• Experience in acute care settings preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
• Paid time off for professional development.
• Flexible scheduling options.

Pay

The pay scale for nurses at the Indian Health Service varies based on experience, education, and location.

Schedule

Schedules for nurses at the Indian Health Service vary depending on the specific facility and department needs.

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
• 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

Due by

11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2026