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Cherokee Federal
Sacramento, California

Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP

Nurse PractitionerNo callFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$120k-$130k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

**A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens. This position requires a Common Access Card (CAC), and the ability to pass the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process to acquire a Common Access Card (CAC).

Provides comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, DoD, and USMEPCOM standards. Reviews medical records, conducts detailed histories and physical exams, interprets diagnostic tests, and identifies disqualifying conditions. Assesses all body systems, determines the need for additional exams, communicates abnormal findings to applicants, and updates medical staff for accurate database documentation.

This position requires on-site duties at one of these MEPS locations.

To see if there's a MEPS location near you, click on the Battalion site here: MEPS Locations

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Nurse Practitioner: $120k- $130k Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities Include

  • Conduct medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to assess their service eligibility, ensuring compliance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.
  • Review medical documentation, test results, and medical histories to determine the applicant's medical qualifications.
  • Lead mental health and general health assessments, coordinating with specialists for additional consultations when needed (e. g., psychiatry, dermatology, orthopedics).
  • Apply military medical accession standards to evaluate applicants and recommend additional medical 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 medical histories, physical exams, and consultations, ensuring all patient information is accurately recorded and compliant with military health regulations.
  • Participate in peer reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives, ensuring the highest 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.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Nurse Practitioner Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Practitioner program, accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.
  • Must be board certified 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 of post-graduate experience in direct patient care within the last three years.
  • Experience in MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) facilities is preferred. Familiarity with military medical standards, medical processing procedures, and the use of military-specific documentation systems is a plus.
  • Strong clinical judgment, decision-making skills, and the 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.
  • 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.
  • This position requires a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
  • Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
  • Preference given to candidates who meet the above qualifications and:
  • Have a CAC (Common Access Card) or PIV (Personal Identity Verification Card)

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLC is focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Legal Disclaimer: 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.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to ensure compliance with U.S. Armed Forces standards. Document all findings accurately within the MHS Genesis electronic health record system and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for specialized consultations.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s or Doctoral degree in a Nurse Practitioner program and board certification as an FNP, ANP, AGNP, or ACNP. Candidates must hold a current, unrestricted license and possess at least one year of post-graduate direct patient care experience.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

EHR documentationHIPAA complianceDiagnostic interpretationMedical history review

Family Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 60% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

In California, the Family Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$162k (293 salary observations; 678 listings), vs ~$134k nationally (1,977 salary observations; 8,405 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Family Medicine market look like in California?
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Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in nurse practitioner rolesranked against 13,840 Nurse Practitioner roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$120k–$130kFamily Medicine median $133k (middle half $125k–$192k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
California vs national$162k median in California$134k nationally (+20%)293 state / 1,977 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$113k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Family Medicine listings in California232 active2,649 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 60% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Nurse Practitioner listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 13% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (13,840 Nurse Practitioner roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP at Cherokee Federal a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 13,840 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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About Cherokee Federal

Business Consulting and Services
Tulsa, Oklahoma
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$452k≈ 3.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,045/mo≈ 20% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.