Nurse Practitioner - Family Health

Job Description

Title: Nurse Practitioner - Family Health in Colorado Springs, CO


Why Apply?
Join a dedicated healthcare team supporting military personnel and their families at Peterson Space Force Base. Enjoy a consistent Monday-Friday schedule with competitive hourly pay, full benefits, and supportive management-all starting promptly on 09/07/2026.
Quick Facts

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO
• Start Date: 09/07/2026
• End Date/Duration: 10/30/2027 (1-year commitment with potential extension)
• Shift: Days, Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Hours/Week: 40
• Employment Type: Independent contractor (1099) with W2 options available upon request
• Licensure/Certs: Active, unrestricted RN license; Certified in Family Medicine by a recognized certifying body; BLS from AHA or Red Cross
• Experience: Minimum 24 months as Family Nurse Practitioner within last 36 months, with verifiable clinical activity logs

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $68.00/hour
• Benefits:
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

Pay package discussed upon application.
What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive family healthcare services within your scope of practice
• Perform patient evaluations, physical exams, and screenings for routine, acute, and chronic conditions
• Diagnose, treat, and manage illnesses and injuries following clinical protocols
• Deliver preventive care, immunizations, and health education
• Develop and implement treatment plans; counsel patients on health and wellness
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to coordinate continuity of care
• Contribute to staff training, quality improvement, and infection control practices

What You Need
Required:

• Active, unrestricted RN license
• Certification in Family Medicine (ANCC, AANP, or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years' clinical practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner in the last 3 years
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross

Preferred:

• Previous experience with military or federal healthcare facilities

About the Assignment
This position involves providing high-quality, patient-centered family health services at a leading facility in Colorado Springs, supporting military members and their families. The facility emphasizes teamwork, adherence to clinical protocols, and a supportive working environment to ensure the best healthcare outcomes in a dynamic setting.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife