Job Description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Use your skills in nursing to make a difference in scenic Lincoln County. Enjoy a
family-friendly schedule. Take advantage of a work environment with independence and a supportive team focused on making a difference in the health and well-being of families in the community. Nurses have the autonomy to perform the functions of their job. This position provides direct nursing care in the clinic & other settings. Responsible for the implementation of public health programs, such as Chronic Disease Management, Family Planning Services, Communicable Diseases, Ryan White Program, Maternal, and Child Health, case management of Children with Special Health Care needs, LT Waivers,
Immunization Program, and Public Health Emergency Preparedness.

The Wyoming Department of Health offers a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Benefits also include State Retirement and longevity pay.

Human Resource Contact: Anissa French /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Performs nursing assessment, diagnosis, treatment & evaluation according to the ANA\'s Public Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Arranges for and conduct nursing clinics and classes; teaching individuals and groups about health promotion and disease prevention.
• Determines priorities and responsibilities based on public health core functions and essential services.
• Administers adult and child vaccines per program protocols and best practices.
• Performs majority of walk-in clinics applying the nursing process, guidelines and orders, and appropriate documentation.
• Represent the agency on local/county/state/national boards, committees, or organizations.
• Works with the nurse manager and public health response coordinator in relation to emergency preparedness activities, to plan, train, and implement all-hazard response plans,

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to a BSN with work experience in public health nursing.
Preference will be given for experience in working with immunizations.
Preference will be given for experience in communicable disease prevention and case management.

**Driver\'s license required.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of laws, principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing.
• Knowledge of the maintenance of medical records, charts, reports, and observations.
• Knowledge of principles of nursing process and scientific process.
• Knowledge of applying medical diagnosis and treatment to patient care.
• Knowledge of scientific concepts as a basis for decision-making.
• Knowledge of physical, biological, and behavioral sciences.
• Knowledge of evaluation services and programs according to standards.
• Knowledge of work management and leadership theory and practice.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to healthcare.
• Knowledge of public health core functions and essential services.
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and skills, and ability to use them.
• Ability to be self-directed, organized, and assertive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associate\'s Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to:

• Lift medical equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
• Travel throughout the county, state, and national conferences if requested.
• Work evenings, nights, and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an

employer. * As a condition of employment, the successful applicant employed will be required to execute a release of personnel records to the director/board/commissioners in the county area involved to be used on an as-needed basis. In addition, the successful applicant will be required to complete an Employee Health Assessment, which includes verification of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases. If found to be non-immune, vaccination will be required unless medically contraindicated.

• Yearly influenza vaccination is also required, unless medically contraindicated.
• COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption is required as the position provides services in CMS-regulated facilities.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant. BLS/CPR for Healthcare Professionals is required

Supplemental Information

048-Wyoming Department of Health - Public Health Division

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