DEPARTMENT: Public Health Nursing-Population Health
REPORTS TO: Public Health Nurse Supervisor
SALARY: D.O.E/D.O.Q
JOB TYPE: Full-Time/Non-Exempt/Grant Funded
OPEN DATE: October 25, 2022
CLOSE DATE: Until filled

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position will expand community education to the Wind River Family and Community Health Care (WRFCHC)’s communities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organizing a minimum of two (2) HIV/STI/hepatitis testing events per calendar year.
Promote the use of essential clinical preventive and treatment services for communicable diseases.
Provide prevention promotion services and evidence-based interventions for HIV, STIs, HBV, HCV, and TB.
Identify strategies and provide technical assistance to increase uptake of established HIV, STIs, HBV, HCV, and TB best practices.
Develop strategies to help healthcare staff serving WRFCHC populations to improve HIV, STDs, HBV, HCV, and TB related practices.
Become familiar with HIV, STD, HBV, HCV, TB, and Indigenous population related Project ECHO programs.
Develop “action kits” and other relevant educational materials for healthcare staff and healthcare programs serving WRFCHC populations.
Performs other duties as assigned to maintain and enhance the operation of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A nursing degree from an accredited higher education institution prefer bachelor’s degree or ADN with 5 years of health education job experience.
Must hold a current nursing license.
Must demonstrate skills and proficiencies in Health Education, medical terminology, and nursing practices.
Knowledge of the Wind River Indian Reservation culture and traditions.
Must possess a valid driver license and be eligible for coverage under WRFCHC’s auto insurance policy.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check under the Indian Child Protection Act and Family Act (P.L.101-630).
First Aid/AED/CPR within 60 days of hire.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Competitive wages (no state or local tax)
18 different medical insurance packages
Dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan with 4% match
Leave Benefits to accommodate all employees’ needs for paid time off for: personal time, sick time, civic responsibilities.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION CRITERIA:

• Submit a complete application with supporting documents either online or to WRFCHC Human Resource Department located at 120 North 6th East St (Old DFS Bldg.), Riverton WY. Applicants must submit all supporting documents to be eligible for the position they are applying for.
  
  • Supporting documents: Proof of Covid Vaccination and Booster, Driver’s License, Tribal ID, High School Diploma/GED, Degree or professional credentials, and other supporting documents that verify required qualifications.
  • WRFCHC is a mandatory covid vaccine employer. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.
• Applicants not living in the local area may submit a cover letter, resume, and supporting documents in lieu of an application as an initial statement of interest for a particular job announcement. However, the applicant must follow-up with an official Wind River Family and Community Health Care job application.
• Applicants who have a current application on file are required to submit a letter of interest for each position in which they want to be considered for. The letter should address how they meet each qualification. Supporting documents must be attached to the letter of interest.
• Telephone calls are not accepted in place of an employment application or letter of interest.
• When the position qualifications require a driver’s license, education, or professional credentials, the applicant must submit copies of certificates, licenses, degrees, and other supporting documentation. Applicants who do not provide supporting documents will be disqualified.
• WRFCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference will be given to a qualified tribal member, then a qualified tribal member of a federally recognized tribe and then other qualified candidate.
  
  • Qualified Indian Preference applicants must provide a copy of their tribal enrollment identification card or a Certificate of Indian Blood.
• Background investigation, drug and alcohol screening are required as a condition of employment. Refusal will render the applicant ineligible for employment.

For information or questions, please contact Susan Apodaca at 307-856-9281 ext. 120.