Salary: $86,566.00 - $119,034.00 Annually
Location : 10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Department: Health & Human Services
Division: HHS-Administration
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Definition Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager primarily assigned to River People Health Center (RPHC).
This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.
Examples of Tasks1. Direct Care: Performs nursing assessments and screenings.
- Obtains and documents health histories.
- Initiates patient education efforts and preventative health measures within scope of practice for professional registered nurse.
- Carries out medical provider orders.
- Initiates appropriate interventions according to health care priorities identified in conjunction with primary care provider.
- Administers medication as prescribed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Monitors medications and determines efficacy of medications, side effects and drug interactions.
- Provides medication education to patients.
- Assists with HHS employee health efforts including annual influenza vaccination clinic.
- Participates as a member of multi-disciplinary consultation and review teams including case assignments.
2. Administration: Assures adherence to established policies, procedures and standing orders.
- Assists as needed with the coordination of all health related appointments and referrals.
- Coordinates health care aspect of patients if they transition to another facility, hospital, treatment center or other.
- Documents accurately, legibly and completely in Electronic Health Record (EHR), patient charts. Includes subjective and objective data, treatment provided, evaluation of treatment effectiveness and patient education provided.
- Develops and documents nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
- Establishes and maintains documentation and communication flow between staff at Salt River Clinic
- Appraises quality and effectiveness of documentation, education materials and equipment periodically and makes recommendations to clinic leadership for change when necessary.
- Follows through to ensure that agreed upon changes are implemented and maintained.
- Maintains program data.
- Prepares and submits required reports as needed.
- Participates in case staffing as required.
3. Miscellaneous: Performs other duties as assigned to maintain and enhance the health care program and Department of Health and Human Services service operation.
- Maintains professional knowledge and proficiency in nursing through continuing education, staff meetings, training and conferences, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and other Characteristics:- Knowledge of theory, principles and scope of practice for a professional registered nurse.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws and regulations governing professional nursing practice.
- Knowledge of health systems.
- Knowledge of current and emerging issues in Public Health.
- Knowledge of disease processes.
- Knowledge of data collection and analysis.
- Knowledge of theory and practices of management in nursing services.
- Knowledge of assessment, preventative and therapy procedures in a correctional setting.
- Knowledge of counseling theory and techniques plus learning principles and strategies.
- Knowledge of medical, public health and social service resources available to Native Americans including, but not limited to, Indian Health Service, Medicare, Medicaid, ALTCS, SSI, etc.
- Knowledge of public health practices and concerns.
- Knowledge of history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-MaricopaIndian Community.
- Skill assessing client needs and developing care plans.
- Skill observing, assessing and documenting patient behavior and progress.
- Skill with verbal and written communication and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and health professionals.
- Skill maintaining accurate records and compiling timely reports.
- Skill performing emergency medical procedures including first aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support.
- Skill applying professional nursing methods and techniques.
- Skill applying and interpreting federal, state, and agency laws and regulations governing professional nursing practices.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, subordinates, supervisors, health care professionals, Tribal officials and representatives of resource agencies.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Ability to incorporate cultural differences, health beliefs and learning styles.
- Ability to identify and address programmatic problems.
- Ability to collect, analyze, report and use data.
- Ability to develop and implement program protocols.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet HIPPA requirements
- Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including cellular phones, photocopiers, FAX machines, calculators and personal computers.
Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience: Active unrestricted AZ Registered Nurse license. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Experience working with Native American Communities preferred.
- Experience working in a health clinic as a Registered Nurse preferred.
Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered
Special Requirements - May be required to work beyond normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances", Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working With Children".
- New hires in clinical roles must present valid BLS certification (Healthcare Provider BLS for clinicians) prior to the first day of patient care.
- Ensures all patient information is kept confidential and complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and SRPMIC HHS policies and procedures.
Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits OverviewSalt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.
Health Care BenefitsSRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.
Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.
Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.
Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.
Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.
Retirement PlansSRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:
401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.
Paid Leave & HolidaysAnnual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.
Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.
Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits
Short-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.
Additional Voluntary BenefitsWellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.
