Outpatient Registered Nurse at Akicita Federal, LLC – Moapa, Nevada

Outpatient Registered Nurse

Job Title: Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Schedule: 8-10 Hour Day Shifts (Typically 08001700 or 07001800); MondayFriday Clearance Required: Indian Health Service Security Clearance (Background Check, Fingerprinting)Position Overview:The Moapa Indian Health Center, a part of the Colorado River Service Unit (CRSU), is seeking experienced Outpatient Registered Nurses (RNs) to deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care in a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic setting. The facility serves a diverse Native American population, providing general medical, pediatric, prenatal, and specialty care.
Key Responsibilities:-Conduct patient assessments and initiate nursing care plans using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation).-Perform nursing duties including medication administration, wound care, patient triage, and routine procedures.-Educate patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and preventative care.-Provide age-appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.-Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.-Document care thoroughly and accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).-Monitor patient responses to treatment and adjust care plans as needed.-Collect and process lab specimens, assist with procedures, and maintain infection control protocols.-Support public health initiatives, wellness clinics, and outreach efforts when assigned.-Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and CMS guidelines in all aspects of care delivery.-Provide culturally sensitive care in alignment with Native American traditions and community needs.
Qualifications:-Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or diploma from an accredited nursing program.-Licensure: Current, active, and unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state or territory.-Certifications Required: -BLS (Basic Life Support)-Experience: Minimum of 2 years of RN experience within the last 24 months; outpatient or clinic setting preferred.
Preferred Skills:-Excellent patient communication and teaching abilities.-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.-Familiarity with chronic disease management and preventative health care.-Knowledge and respect for Native American culture and practices.-Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
Additional Requirements:-Must pass Indian Health Service credentialing and background clearance.-Completion of all onboarding and compliance modules (e.g., Relias training, HIPAA, ISSA).-Must comply with HHS Tobacco-Free Policy and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.-Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
About Moapa Indian Health Center:The Moapa Health Center, part of the Colorado River Service Unit (CRSU) under the Indian Health Service (IHS), is a federally operated outpatient medical facility located in Moapa, Nevada, approximately 50 miles north of Las Vegas. The clinic plays a critical role in delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare to Native American communities in the region, particularly to the Moapa Band of Paiutes and surrounding tribal populations.
The Moapa Health Center provides comprehensive outpatient services, including general medical care, preventive health, community outreach programs, and chronic disease management. Staffed by physicians, mid-level providers, registered nurses, and ancillary personnel, the facility is equipped to meet the unique needs of its patient population in a rural, underserved area.
In Fiscal Year 2023, the clinic recorded over 4,000 outpatient visits and supported more than 800 active patients. As part of the IHSs mission to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level, the Moapa Health Center emphasizes culturally competent care, health education, and proactive disease prevention strategies.
Working within a multidisciplinary team environment, the Moapa Health Center is committed to advancing healthcare access and outcomes for the Native American communities it serves, while upholding the highest standards of care and respect for cultural traditions.

$2,900 - $3,000 a week