Nurse Practitioner 2026-02356

$110,551.92 - $122,823.96 / year

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As our Nurse Practitioner, you will be a clinical leader and a primary advocate for their health, dignity, and quality of life. This is an opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where your voice matters. At the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC), we do things differently. Our residents aren't just patients; they are members of a vibrant community. As a cornerstone of our medical team, you will provide comprehensive clinical evaluations and personalized treatment for the residents of WLRC.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement: Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Why Lander? Life at the Foot of the Wind River Range

They call Lander the "best-kept secret in the West," and for good reason. Nestled at the base of the Wind River Mountains, Lander offers a quality of life that is hard to match:

The Great Outdoors: World-class rock climbing (Sinks Canyon), endless hiking, mountain biking, and pristine fishing are minutes from your front door.
A Real Community: Enjoy a historic downtown, local breweries, farmers' markets, and a culture that values both adventure and neighborly connection.
Balance: Trade the "big city" traffic and burnout for a scenic commute and a career that respects your time.

Human Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6784 / tammalee.keysaw1@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.

Champion Resident Wellness: Manage complex health challenges and coordinate care that aligns with individual needs and nursing standards.
Comprehensive Care: Perform full physical exams, diagnostic work-ups, and procedures to ensure our residents thrive.
Clinical Leadership: Facilitate seamless transitions for residents between healthcare settings and advocate for their physiological stability.
Empower the Team: Serve as a mentor and resource for staff and families, providing the education and tools they need to support resident progress.
Collaborate for Success: Work hand-in-hand with an interdisciplinary team (Therapists, Social Workers, Nurses) to ensure a 360-degree approach to care.
Innovation: Stay at the forefront of medical advancements through continuous education and professional development.
Other duties as required.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

**The position requires a Wyoming State Board of Nursing Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license (APRN) with prescriptive authority and Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy certification.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of medicine and/or nursing including pediatric, obstetrical, gynecological, surgical, and /or emergency outpatient medical care.
Knowledge of prescription and non-prescription medications.
Knowledge of diagnostic laboratory and radiological tests.
Knowledge of quality assurance methods and techniques.
Knowledge of Public Health initiatives and outcomes.
Knowledge of evidence-based medicine.
Knowledge of current state and federal regulations related to the profession and governing regulations for an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
Skills in computer usage and use of electronic health records.
Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.
Ability to maintain current provider cards in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Skills in written and oral communication, including the ability to communicate effectively and positively with residents, staff, families, guardians, and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

As required by the Licensing Board

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the Wyoming Board of Nursing.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to bend, lift, twist, pull, push, etc. as would be expected to provide patient care and treatment in clinic and hospital settings.
Ability to work directly with residents who display aggressive and challenging behaviors.

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt
This is an At-Will position.
The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted for safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.

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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.

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