Pinon Health Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Services

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Background The Indian Health Service (IHS) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, responsible for providing federal health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. The IHS aims to ensure comprehensive, culturally acceptable personal and public health services are accessible to these populations. The Navajo Area Indian Health Service administers health centers and hospitals serving approximately 201,583 members of the Navajo Nation. The Pinon Health Center provides medical care to around 11,000 patients, primarily Navajo, offering a range of services including primary care, women's health, counseling, dental care, and more. This solicitation seeks a contractor to provide Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) services at the Pinon Health Center. Work Details The contractor will provide non-personal services for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) healthcare providers at the Pinon Health Center throughout the contract period. Responsibilities include: delivering outpatient and inpatient nursing services; supporting community health initiatives; ensuring compliance with IHS policies and procedures; maintaining patient safety standards; managing medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations; participating in quality assurance evaluations; and adapting to various healthcare settings as needed. The contractor must have a minimum of 36 months of nursing experience with at least 12 months in the relevant specialty. All nurses must possess active licenses and certifications as required by IHS standards. Period of Performance The contract will be performed from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with flexibility for short-term (13 weeks) or long-term (1-3 years) assignments as needed. Place of Performance Services will be performed at the Pinon Health Center located in Pinon, Arizona, as well as at associated facilities within the Navajo Area Indian Health Service.