Summary At the Indian Health Service (IHS), Nurse Practitioners do more than practice medicine—they change lives. Guided by our mission to raise the health of American Indian and Alaska Native people, you will deliver compassionate care where it is needed most. Your expertise brings healing and hope across generations. Begin your journey with purpose and receive a recruitment/relocation sign‑on bonus, if you are eligible. Duties Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic testing. Diagnosis: Identify and diagnose acute, chronic, and complex health conditions. Treatment Planning: Develop individualized care plans that address patient needs, including treatment goals and expected outcomes. Prescribing: Prescribe medications, therapies, and medical devices. Total Compensation Package Check out IHS’s outstanding total compensation package for this job: Nurse Practitioner Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) . All grade levels may not be available at all locations. Requirements Conditions of employment: Selectee may be subject to a probationary period. U.S. Citizenship is required. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. This position is designated under Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Candidates must not be found guilty of or plead nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Employee Health Policies may apply (Measles & Rubella, seasonal influenza). Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to national or service unit guidance. Required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges and any licensure requirements. Failure to maintain privileges may result in removal from Federal service. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Set up direct deposit for payment. Background investigation: Successful completion of a federal background investigation is required. Applicants must complete all required forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position. Basic Requirement(s) Education: A graduate or higher‑level degree, bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. Foreign graduates must provide official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools. Advanced Practice Nurse Positions: Applicants must possess a graduate or higher‑level degree in nursing from an accredited educational program in the specialty indicated by the position. Licensure: All grade levels require a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse. Advanced Practice Nurse positions additionally require licensure or registration in the clinical specialty required by the position. Basic Requirements for GS‑11 (or Equivalent) Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field; or At least one full year of professional nursing experience (GS‑9 level) and possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree from a professional nursing educational program. Professional nursing experience equivalent to GS‑09: Deliver comprehensive primary, preventive, and therapeutic care that promotes improved patient outcomes and supports long‑term health. Basic Requirements for GS‑12 (or Equivalent) At least one or more full years of professional nursing experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑11). Professional nursing experience equivalent to GS‑11: Deliver direct and comprehensive primary, preventive, and therapeutic medical and nursing care to patients, including counseling and coordinating services. Educational and Licensing Guidance Applicants should submit transcripts or a list of courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application package; official transcripts will be required before an official offer. Only attendance and degrees from accredited institutions are eligible for credit. For foreign education, submit a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript. Additional Considerations Financial Suitability Requirement: Review of the applicant’s financial history is part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility and satisfy all legal obligations. Annual leave, credit for prior experience, and potential for promotion to GS‑12 are at the agency’s discretion. Positions may be covered by a bargaining unit. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a six‑month service agreement will be required. Government housing availability is based on location. Student Loan Repayment Programs IHS: NHSC: HRSA Nurse Corps: Application Instructions The position will be evaluated in accordance with the OPM Merit Hiring Plan. Applicants may be asked to provide short essay responses (200 words or less each) to four questions. Responses are optional and will not be scored, but may be reviewed by hiring managers and agency leadership. Applicants must certify the responses are written in their own words and not produced by a consultant or AI tool. Candidates should be committed to improving Federal government efficiency, passionate about the ideals of the United States, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the Constitution. #J-18808-Ljbffr