Public Health Nurse 2025-01170

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Public Health Nurse 2025-01170

Salary

$30.84 - $34.27 Hourly

Location

Greybull, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-01170

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Cheyenne and County Offices

Opening Date

04/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

HSNU08

Description and Functions


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Open Until Filled


**This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus**  See notes for eligibility and conditions


GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


As a Public Health Nurse serving Big Horn County, you’ll have the opportunity to lead community health initiatives in Greybull and surrounding towns across the Big Horn Basin. Public Health Nursing here goes beyond traditional care—you’ll play a critical role in improving access to health services, educating the public, and strengthening the overall health of rural Wyoming communities.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with families, schools, community partners, and local agencies to deliver preventive services, assess public health needs, and connect residents with essential healthcare resources.

What You’ll Do:
Public Health Nurses in Big Horn County offer vital services including immunizations, communicable disease management, maternal and child health programs, home visits, and public health emergency preparedness. Your work will directly support the health, resilience, and well-being of the entire community.

Why Greybull and Big Horn County?
Greybull offers small-town charm, scenic landscapes, and an incredible sense of community. Living here means easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, hunting, and fishing in the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, while still enjoying a family-friendly work schedule and strong team support. Greybull provides the perfect balance of career fulfillment and Wyoming's outdoor lifestyle.

Benefits Include:
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Access to excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Leave – Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays to support work-life balance
  • Retirement Security – A robust pension plan through the Wyoming Retirement System
  • Additional Perks – Life insurance, employee wellness programs, and professional development opportunities
Why This Role is Unique:
  • Population Health Focus – Work proactively to address health issues affecting the entire community
  • Community-Wide Impact – Support all age groups, from newborns to seniors, ensuring access to preventive care
  • Broad Clinical Experience – Gain valuable experience across multiple areas of public health, including infectious disease control, maternal-child health, and chronic disease prevention
Full-time and Part-time positions are available.

Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL 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.

Qualifications


PREFERENCES/**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.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Education:
Associate's Degree in Nursing

Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience 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 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/transfer patients to different positions.
  • 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-Exempt
  • The 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 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

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:  http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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 that 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.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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(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 Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above
02
(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 hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A
03
(HSNU08) Which of the following best describes your work experience in nursing? Experience definition: (Nursing Experience.)
  • 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.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(HSNU08) Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
07
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
  • Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resources Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other
08
(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 bonus
09
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(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.
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran
11
(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 Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above
12
(A) 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.
  • Yes
  • No

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