Nurse Practitioner - Albany Community Health Clinic

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Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions:

The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.

Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:

Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs .

Paid Time Off:

Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.

Tuition Waiver:

Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.

Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:

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JOB TITLE

Nurse Practitioner

JOB PURPOSE

Provide patient services, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures at the Albany Community Health Clinic located in Laramie, Wyoming. This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming's Employee Handbook . Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Obtain detailed patient histories and conduct physical examinations, coordinate consultations and hospitalizations. Determine possible diagnoses; order and perform laboratory, radiological and special examinations or tests required for evaluation of illnesses; prescribe medication as appropriate; integrate clinical data, plan subsequent diagnostic measures, and manage therapeutic measures according to established guidelines. Advise patients on health, preventative care, diet, and diseases; confer with social and other services providing care after discharge and for outpatient services; provide advice to family members, as necessary. Perform minor outpatient surgical procedures. Provide routine follow-up care including appropriate adjustment of medications; complete and maintain accurate patient records. Plan appropriate intervention management.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

Provide guidance to pharmacy, lab staff, x-ray staff, nursing staff, and precept Nurse Practitioner students on accepted procedures. Contribute to internal clinical studies as applicable. Participate as member and/or chairperson on department committees, as applicable.

COMPETENCIES

Analysis/Problem Identification Attention to Detail Collaboration Judgment Sensitivity Quality Orientation Technical/Professional Knowledge Individual Leadership

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Master's degree in

Nursing Experience:

1-3 years nurse practitioner experience preferred Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements: Valid State of Wyoming authorization as a Nurse Practitioner. Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming. National certification in degree specialty. DEA registry license is required Valid BLS certification (basic life support) Valid CPR certification (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

FQHC experience/interest Healthcare education experience/interest Quality Improvement experience/interest MOUD experience/interest Teaching/precepting experience interest

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: Cover letter Resume or C.V. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 6/1/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION

On-campus:

This position provides vital support to clinic patients, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions at the Albany Community Health Clinic, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu .

ABOUT LARAMIE

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website . Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/