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 care where it is most needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate and effective healthcare services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Provide education and support to patients and their families
• Contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited institution is required. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state where the position is located is also necessary. Applicants must have a valid Real ID by May 7, 2025, as per 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in primary care settings and those who demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs of American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Skills

Strong communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment are essential. Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.

Benefits

The IHS offers competitive compensation packages, including a recruitment/relocation sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Additionally, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

Compensation varies based on experience and qualifications, but the IHS provides a competitive salary range for qualified applicants.

Schedule

Hours of work may vary depending on the location and department, but typically include standard daytime hours.

Location

Vacancies are available in multiple 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