Nurse Practitioner

Eligibility Requirements

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation verifying your U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.

We are seeking a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide clinical care and health assessments for military applicants. The role requires utilizing the MHS Genesis Electronic Health Record system to document patient care and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.

Pay commensurate with experience, within the range $120,000 - $126,000 per year. Full‑time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and other benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• Conduct medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to assess service eligibility and ensure compliance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.
• Review medical documentation, test results, and medical histories to determine applicant medical qualifications.
• Lead mental health and general health assessments, coordinating with specialists (e.g., psychiatry, dermatology, orthopedics) when needed.
• Apply military medical accession standards to evaluate applicants and recommend additional evaluations if necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and other privacy regulations while interacting with applicants and healthcare teams.
• Utilize the MHS Genesis Electronic Health Record system to document patient information accurately and in compliance with military health regulations.
• Participate in peer reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives to maintain high standards of care and service delivery.
• Ensure all medical documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with military and healthcare regulations.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers and military personnel, to ensure smooth operations and effective patient care.
• Assist with risk management and contribute to improving the efficiency of medical processing workflows.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Practitioner program accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.
• Board certification in one of the following advanced practice nursing programs:
  Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Adult‑Gerontology NP, or Acute Care NP.
• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in any of the 50 states or U.S. territories.
• Minimum of one (1) year post‑graduate experience in direct patient care within the last three years.
• Experience in MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) facilities is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, decision‑making skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and military stakeholders.
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications for relevant government clearance and health standards, including those of Cherokee Federal.
• Proficiency in EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) is a plus.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is part of Cherokee Federal, a federally‑owned tribally‑owned contracting company. Cherokee Federal is a military‑friendly employer encouraging veterans and active‑military transitions to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass the pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.