Nurse Practitioner: Patient-Centric Care Leader

Indian Health Service; Warm Springs (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate primary care within a federal health system serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Selected candidates must meet APN licensure requirements, pass a federal background check, and may be eligible for a recruitment/relocation bonus.

Qualifications

• Current U.S. NP license and credentialing in accordance with state requirements.
• Prescribe medications per approved protocols and practice guidelines.
• Experience in primary care and handling acute/chronic conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze patient histories, symptoms and diagnostics to form diagnoses.
• Develop treatment plans based on standards of care and guidelines.
• Diagnose or treat acute health problems such as illnesses, infections, and injuries.
• Prescribe medications considering efficacy, safety, dosage and frequencies.
• Educate patients on self-management of acute or chronic illnesses with tailored instructions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnosing

Treatment planning

Prescribing meds

Patient education

Evidence-based practice

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree

Active NP license (US)

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate primary care within a federal health system serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Selected candidates must meet APN licensure requirements, pass a federal background check, and may be eligible for a recruitment/relocation bonus.