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Public Health Nurse


Company : State of Wyoming


Location : Greybull, WY


Created : 2026-03-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Salary: $30.84 - $34.27 Hourly Location : Greybull, WY Job Type: Permanent Full-time Job Number: 2025-02992 Department: Department Of Health Division: Cheyenne and County Offices Opening Date: 12/05/2025 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Determined by Position Job Classification: HSNU08 Description and Functions Open Until Filled This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonusSee 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: 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 WyomingOREducation & 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 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 view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: 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 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 family Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health Know 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: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 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) 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? Yes No 06 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 07 (A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity? Government Jobs @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. 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. 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 have read and understand the above statement. Yes No Required Question