Nurse Practitioner 2026-02356

State of Wyoming; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Meaningful work

Job summary

The State of Wyoming's Wyoming Life Resource Center invites a Nurse Practitioner to join its clinical leadership team, delivering comprehensive care to residents in a collaborative setting. You will perform evaluations, coordinate treatment, and mentor staff to support resident wellness.

This role emphasizes top-of-licence practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing professional development within a supportive state system that values work-life balance and meaningful,

Qualifications

• Wyoming APRN license with prescriptive authority required.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN or Psychiatric/MMH NP by WY Board of Nursing.
• Ability to work with residents who may display challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Champion Resident Wellness: manage complex health challenges and coordinate care.
• Comprehensive Care: perform full physical exams, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Clinical Leadership: facilitate transitions and advocate for resident stability.
• Empower the Team: mentor staff and families with education and tools.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure 360-degree care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Resident advocacy

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree

Job description

Open Until Filled

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!

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

• 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 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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