Public Health Registered Nurse Case Manager - Well Child/Immunization

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is seeking a Public Health Registered Nurse Case Manager to oversee well-child and immunization programs in Bethel and surrounding villages. You will lead case management for pediatric preventive care, immunization services, and infectious disease screening while training Community Health Aides and Practitioners.

The role requires Alaska RN licensure, 2+ years in public health, and strong cross-cultural communication.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Alaska is required
• Current BLS; ACLS and PALS recommended
• Experience in pediatrics is preferred
• Ability to train CHA/Ps in public health procedures

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management for well-child immunizations, preventive exams, and disease screening.
• Travel to villages to deliver on-site services and training to CHA/Ps.
• Educate communities on immunizations, chronic care, and preventive health.
• Coordinate with physicians and other providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and monitor progress.
• Stay current with public health knowledge to improve program outcomes.

Skills

Pediatrics knowledge

Cerner proficiency

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Public health education/training

Cross-cultural communication

Verbal and written communication

English fluency

Teaching/training

Education

Diploma or Associate degree in Nursing

BSN or MSN preferred

Tools

Cerner

MS Office

Job description

## Public Health Registered Nurse Case Manager - Well Child/ImmunizationApply: Bethel: Full time: Posted Today: JR100157We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.**Position Summary:**The Registered Nurse (RN) Public Health Case Manager oversees comprehensive case management for individuals requiring public health care, including well-child checkups, immunizations, tuberculosis and other infectious disease screening and diagnostic testing, management of chronic health conditions, and infectious disease case investigations. The role entails training Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) to competently administer public health testing, examinations, immunizations, and assist with screening, diagnostic testing, treatment, and case investigation as needed.Responsibilities of the position includes participating in the design, execution, monitoring, quality assurance, and assessment of the Well Child/Immunization and other public health programs. This includes identifying areas of improvement and proposing effective strategies to enhance program performance.The incumbent is expected to travel to various villages to render services and provide on-site instruction, and supports CHA/Ps in conducting examinations, assisting with testing, and administering immunizations, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols.The Case Manager provides education on topics related to immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic and surveillance testing, and is required to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, ensuring the information presented is understood and applied appropriately.Additionally, the Case Manager assists in providing instruction during Health Aide Training and at Continuing Medical Education (CME) events for CHA/Ps and other clinical staff. Other duties include coordinating with other health care providers, maintaining accurate records of patient interactions, monitoring patient progress, and ensuring patients' health needs are met effectively. The Case Manager must stay updated with the latest public health knowledge and developments, applying this knowledge to improve patient outcomes and overall program effectiveness.**Position Qualifications:**Minimum Education: Diploma, Associate of Applied Science, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing for RN required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing preferred.Minimum Experience: 2 years of positive work history as RN or other public health related field. A higher-level degree in related field may be considered in lieu of equivalent professional experience.License, Certification, Registration: Must have current RN licensure in State of AlaskaCurrent BLS, recommend ACLS and PALSEquipment/Tools: Must have computer experience. Proficiency in MS Office software including WORD, EXCEL and ACCESS preferred. Must be adept with Cerner and its modules within 3 months of hire. Must be proficient with equipment and tools used in an EPSDT exam within 3 months of hire.Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and experience with Pediatrics required. Prefer experience in teaching, working in cross-cultural setting and knowledge of the Community Health Aide Program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English. Fluent in Yutan preferredSupervisory Responsibilities: Must demonstrate the ability to work with and guide student Health Aides and Health Aides in procuring the skills and abilities necessary for success in delivering well-child exams and immunizations.**Benefits Include:*** Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time* Eleven paid holidays* Comprehensive healthcare coverage* Life and Disability Insurance* Flexible Spending Account* Retirement plans* Employee Wellness Center* Plus More!Compensation Pay Range Minimum:54.95Employment Type:RegularTime Type:Full timeHours Per Week:40FLSA Exempt:NoYukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.