Nurse Practitioner Family Outpatient Clinic

Nurse Practitioner

Make a difference this spring-starting Spring 2026. We're seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner for a full-time locum tenens assignment at the Ute Mountain Ute Indian Health Center in Towaoc, Colorado. This opportunity allows you to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a mission-driven clinic serving a close-knit tribal community while enjoying the outdoor lifestyle and stunning landscapes of southwest Colorado.

Job Description

• Full-time locum/contract assignment, up to 1 year with extension opportunities
• Adults and pediatric patient population
• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays
• Work under any U.S. license
• Previous IHS or travel/contract experience is a plus
• Experience in Family or Internal Medicine required
• Starting March/April 2026

About the Role

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will provide comprehensive medical services, including:

• Evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients of all ages
• Counseling and educating patients, families, and community members
• Coordinating referrals to specialty care and ensuring follow-up and continuity of care
• Documenting patient contacts and maintaining accurate medical records
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications per IHS formulary, and managing patient care plans
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and adhering to all infection control and safety procedures

Requirements

• Must be certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• 2 years of experience as a Family, Internal Medicine or Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration from any State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States
• Must be Board Eligible or Certified
• Active DEA license
• Must have current BLS
• ACLS, PALS preferred
• Certification of Education - copy of diploma or transcripts
• Must be a U.S. citizen living primarily in the United States
• Must be willing to pass a federal background check
• Must not require visa sponsorship (no visa holders or green card residents)
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems

Additional Responsibilities

There may be additional duties, and we encourage you to embrace new tasks as they arise! We believe in teamwork, so be prepared for any job-related responsibilities your supervisor may assign.

Indian Preference Exercised

At Prairie Band, LLC, we proudly uphold Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This position is designated as a Tier 2 position, meaning we prioritize qualified individuals as outlined by Section 22-2-4(B).

We can't wait to hear from you and hope you'll consider joining our family at Ute Mountain Ute Health Center.