Public Health Nurse 2025-02993

Description And FunctionsOpen Until FilledThis position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditionsGENERAL DESCRIPTION:As a Public Health Nurse serving Lincoln County, you’ll be an essential partner in promoting health, preventing disease, and improving quality of life for the communities of Lincoln County. Public Health Nursing here is about reaching beyond the clinic walls, building strong, healthy communities through education, prevention, and compassionate care.In this role, you’ll work closely with families, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations to identify health needs, deliver essential public health services, and help residents across Lincoln County thrive.What You’ll Do:Our Public Health Nurses provide a wide range of services tailored to rural and frontier communities, including administering vaccines, managing communicable diseases, offering maternal and child health home visits, and leading health education initiatives. You’ll play a critical role in safeguarding community health and responding to local health trends and emergencies.Why Lincoln County?The Star Valley area of Lincoln County offers stunning mountain views, outdoor adventure, and a welcoming small-town feel. You'll enjoy a family-friendly schedule, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a tight-knit, vibrant community. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, skiing, or simply enjoying Wyoming’s natural beauty, Lincoln County offers an incredible quality of life.Benefits Include:Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance optionsGenerous Paid Leave – Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysSecure Retirement Plan – A strong pension plan through the Wyoming Retirement SystemAdditional Perks – Life insurance, wellness initiatives, and professional development supportWhy This Role Is Unique:Community-Level Health Impact – Address health needs proactively and preventively across populationsLasting Contributions – From newborn care to elder wellness, you’ll improve lives across all stagesDiverse Clinical Practice – Gain experience in areas like maternal-child health, infectious disease, chronic disease management, and health educationHuman Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.govESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.Conduct nursing assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and evaluations in line with ANA's Public Health Nursing Standards.Arrange and lead community health clinics and health education classes.Support public health core functions, prioritizing services that meet community needs.Administer adult and child vaccines, provide STI/HIV testing, manage TB testing, and more.Provide Ryan White case management, maternal and child home visitation, lactation counseling, and LT-101 reviews.Collaborate with the nurse manager and public health response coordinator on emergency preparedness activities.QualificationsPREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming.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 law pertaining to healthcare. Knowledge of public health core functions and essential services.Education:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Associate's Degree in NursingExperience:0-2 years of progressive work experience in Nursing with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPNCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WyomingOREducation & Experience Substitution:3-5 years of progressive work experience Nursing with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPNCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WyomingNecessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Must be able to:Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.Restrain clients for treatments, climb stairs to patient homes, and 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-ExemptThe Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer. 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.Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditionsNew state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent positionCurrent 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 InformationClick here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfmThe 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 that you have the most recent version.Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.Employees Enjoy:Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your familyVoluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accountsMultiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial securityGenerous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each yearPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loansTraining and professional development – to support your career growth and advancementEmployee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discountsWellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal healthKnow your full value.Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.01(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)High School Diploma/GED/or EquivalentSome college Coursework, No Degree ReceivedAssociate's DegreeAssociate's Degree and additional courseworkBachelor's DegreeBachelor's Degree and additional courseworkMaster's DegreeMaster's Degree and additional courseworkDoctorate DegreeDoctorate Degree and additional courseworkNone of the Above02(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hoursN/A03(HSNU08) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?No relevant experience.Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.04(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.05(HSNU08) Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming?YesNo06Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo07(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyomingIndeedLinkedInZip RecruiterWyoming Workforce CenterOther job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)Newspaper/Newsletter AdvertisementCareer FairHuman Resources DivisionFriend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)Current State EmployeeOther08(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus09(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.10(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.YesNoI am not a veteran11(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.Current State EmployeeVeteran - DD214 AttachedDisabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination AttachedSurviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit AttachedNone of the above12 Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.YesNo Required Question