Public Health Nurse 2026-01442

About the role

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

General description

As a Public Health Nurse serving Carbon County, you’ll be a leader in promoting health, preventing disease, and building stronger communities across Rawlins and the surrounding areas. Public Health Nursing here blends clinical skill with community outreach, making a direct, visible impact on the lives of individuals and families throughout southern Wyoming. In this role, you’ll collaborate with residents, schools, healthcare providers, and local organizations to assess health needs, deliver vital services, and connect people to life-saving resources.

Description and functions

• Deliver a wide range of services designed for rural Wyoming communities, administering vaccines, managing infectious diseases, providing maternal and child health services, conducting health education sessions, and supporting public health emergency response efforts.
• Collaborate with the nurse manager and public health response coordinator on emergency preparedness activities.

Why Rawlins and Carbon County?

Rawlins offers the best of small-town living with rich history, wide open spaces, and stunning access to outdoor recreation like hiking, fishing, and camping. You'll enjoy a family-friendly work schedule, the support of a dedicated team, and the satisfaction of serving a proud and resilient community. Rawlins provides an authentic Wyoming lifestyle combined with a strong sense of community.

Benefits

• 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
• Retail Security – A robust pension plan through the Wyoming Retirement System
• Additional Perks – Life insurance, employee wellness programs, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• PREFERRED: Associate's Degree in Nursing
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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
• Driver's license required

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.
• Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.