Family Nurse Practitioner - Contract
Company: Prairie Band, LLC
Location: Taos
Posted on: March 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: Looking for a rewarding opportunity this spring?
Start in April 2026 as a full-time Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner
with the Indian Health Service (IHS), Taos-Picuris Indian Health
Center in Taos, New Mexico . Serve a tribal community while
providing high-quality, patient-focused care in a supportive,
outpatient setting. Enjoy the unique culture, scenic beauty, and
outdoor lifestyle that northern New Mexico offers. Explore more
about the clinic and community:
https://www.ihs.gov/Albuquerque/healthcarefacilities/taospicuris/
Why You'll Love This Role: * Full-time locum assignment with
potential for extended contract extensions * Treat a mixed patient
population of children and adults * Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00
PM, no evenings, weekends, or holidays * Eligible to work under any
U.S. NP license * Prior experience with IHS, travel, or contract
positions is advantageous * Expertise in Family Practice or
Internal Medicine preferred * Target Start date: April 2026 Role
Overview: In this position, you will provide comprehensive primary
care services, including: * Conducting patient assessments,
diagnosing conditions, and developing treatment plans * Providing
education to patients, families, and the broader community on
health and wellness * Coordinating referrals to specialty care and
ensuring follow-up * Maintaining accurate and timely medical
documentation * Ordering and interpreting lab and diagnostic tests
* Prescribing medications following IHS formulary guidelines *
Supporting quality improvement efforts and adherence to safety
protocols Required Qualifications: * Solid experience in Family
Practice or Internal Medicine * Skilled in outpatient care for
pediatric and adult patients * Able to prescribe medications
according to IHS policies * Strong commitment to culturally
responsive, patient-centered care Additional Duties: You may be
asked to perform other clinic-related tasks as needed. We value
flexibility and collaboration to support the team and meet patient
needs. Indian Preference Exercised: Prairie Band, LLC observes
Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation .
This position is classified as Tier 2 , giving hiring preference to
eligible candidates as described in Section 22-2-4(B). Be part of a
mission-driven team making a real difference in the Taos community!
Apply today to begin your assignment with IHS. PBHS LinkedIn FNP
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)
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