About this opportunity
Indian Health Service lists this Nurse (Infection Control) opportunity in towaoc, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department: Department of Health and Human Services
This position is located at Ute Mountain Ute Health Center in Towaoc, CO. The incumbent manages the Infection Control and Employee Health programs to promote patient and employee safety, support quality care, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Key Responsibilities
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Registered Nurse Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Leads Infection Control Program and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Conducts surveillance, risk assessments, and analyzes infection data. Provides staff education on infection prevention and employee health. Collaborates with staff and leadership to improve patient safety and quality.
Manages employee health programs, including immunizations and exposure follow-up. IHS Selectees that will work in an IHS health care facility may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to the National and/or Service Unit guidance.
Requirements & Education
This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit
The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds.
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Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $98244 – $ /yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on .
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Native' hiring path.
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