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State of Wyoming Nurse Public Health 2024-01142 in United States
Nurse Public Health 2024-01142
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Nurse Public Health 2024-01142
Salary
$30.84 - $34.27 Hourly
Location
Evanston, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2024-01142
Department
Department Of Health
Division
Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date
06/14/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
HSNU08
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Performs nursing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to individuals, families, and groups, or the population as a whole by providing services in the Maternal Child Health Program, the Immunization Program, the Chronic Disease Program, the Communicable Disease Program, and in general community health assessment and planning. Planning and preparing within the Public Health Emergency Preparedness program will also be part of the services provided.
This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus
See notes for eligibility and conditions.
Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Provides direct nursing care in the clinic, home, and other settings, through the use of the nursing process, including teaching and counseling patient and family in patient’s care.
Documents nursing care given, according to State Standards for Documentation and promptly.
Plans and conducts health clinics and classes at various sites within the county.
Refers patients to other community resources and collaborates with those providers in carrying out patient care.
Represent the agency on local/county/state/national boards, committees, or organizations.
Work with the county nurse manager, agency staff, and state PH Emergency Preparedness team for the planning, training and implementation of public health emergency response.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Wyoming
CPR Certification
Current Driver’s License
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of: Laws, principles, and practices of professional nursing; maintenance of health records and charts, reports, and observations; principles of nursing process and scientific process; public healthcare functions and essential services; applying nursing diagnosis and treatment to patient care; scientific concepts as a basis for decision making; physical, biological and behavioral sciences; evaluation of services and programs according to standards; work management and leadership theory and practice; state and local law on healthcare.
Skills in: Monitoring the work of others; applying the nursing process; interpersonal relationships; oral and written communication skills; computer familiarity and skills.
Ability to: Exercise independent judgment; apply scientific and theoretical concepts as a basis for decision making; perceive when change is needed and creatively bring about the change; exercise independent judgment; motivate others.
Be self-directed, organized, and assertive.
Think abstractly and concretely and see the broader picture and context for operations.
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:
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 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 may be 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.
Must be able to:
Applicants must be able to:
Lift medical equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
Climb stairs to patient homes
Drive long distances
Travel throughout the state and to 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 E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) employer.
** Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions
New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position
Current state employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public
One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.
Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period
Supplemental Information
048-Wyoming Department of Health - Public Health Division
Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: https://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.com
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
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