Nurse (Outpatient)

About the role

Nurses at the Indian Health Service (IHS) play a vital role in delivering compassionate care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Guided by the IHS mission to improve the health of these populations, nurses provide essential medical services where they are most needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Administer medications, perform diagnostic tests, and assist with procedures under the supervision of licensed practitioners.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
• Participate in ongoing education and professional development to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Requirements

• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where you plan to work.
• Completion of an approved nursing program.
• Experience in providing care to American Indian and Alaska Native populations is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state(s) where you plan to work.
• Passing scores on relevant nursing boards.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

The pay scale for nurses at the Indian Health Service varies based on experience, education, and location. For detailed information, please refer to the official IHS pay schedule.

Schedule

Nurse schedules may vary depending on the specific facility and department. Shifts can range from day shifts to night shifts, and some positions may require weekend or holiday work.

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

Posted this month

Apply by 09/30/26

Due by

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