Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine Residency Programs Casper

University of Wyoming • Casper, WY

40d • $98,208 - $127,704 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide direct primary care to patients, with emphasis on geriatric care, including treatments and medications. Locations of care include clinic, nursing home, hospice, assisted living and patients' homes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing (for Nurse Practitioner) or Master’s degree (for Physician Assistant).
• 1-3 years nurse practitioner experience preferred (for Nurse Practitioner).
• 3 years as a Physician’s Assistant (for Physician Assistant).
• Valid State of Wyoming authorization as a Nurse Practitioner (for Nurse Practitioner).
• Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming.
• National certification in degree specialty (for Nurse Practitioner).
• National and valid State of Wyoming certification as a Physician’s Assistant (for Physician Assistant).
• Licensure by the Wyoming Board of Medicine (for Physician Assistant).
• Valid CPR certification (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
• Valid BLS certification (basic life support).
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• 3 Years of Geriatric Experience
• Certification or Focused Training in Geriatric Care
• Experience in Providing Geriatric Care
• Experience Working in Assisted Living Facilities and/or Skilled Nursing Facilities
• FQHC Experience
• Healthcare Student Teaching Experience
• PCMH Experience
• DEA registry license may be required for certain specialized positions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations for patients.
• Complete recertifications as required by Medicare.
• Develop and implement individualized, long-term care plans.
• Manage chronic diseases and address acute medical issues.
• Prescribe medical care to patients, including treatments and medications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions (State contributes 15.19%, employee contributes 3.93%)
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and 4 deductible options)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, paid winter closure)
• Tuition Waiver (for employees and eligible dependents)
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (wellness initiatives, counseling services, mental health resources)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level