TDY Registered Nurse Case Manager - Well Child/Immunization

Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Regional Hospital • Bethel, AK

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) Public Health Case Manager oversees comprehensive case management for individuals requiring public health care, including well-child checkups, immunizations, infectious disease screening and diagnostic testing, chronic health condition management, and infectious disease case investigations. This role involves training Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) to effectively administer public health tests, examinations, immunizations, and to assist with screening, diagnostic testing, treatment, and case investigations as necessary.

Requirements

• RN Diploma, Associate of Applied Science, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.
• 2 years of positive work history as an RN or in a related public health field.
• Current RN licensure in the State of Alaska required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Knowledge and experience with Pediatrics required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing preferred.
• A higher-level degree in a related field may be considered in lieu of equivalent professional experience.
• ACLS and PALS recommended.
• Proficient in MS Office software including Word, Excel, and Access preferred.
• Competency in Cerner and its modules required within 3 months of hire.
• Proficiency with equipment and tools used in an EPSDT exam required within 3 months of hire.
• Experience in teaching, working in cross-cultural settings, and knowledge of the Community Health Aide Program preferred.
• Fluency in Yugtun is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, execution, monitoring, quality assurance, and assessment of Well Child/Immunization and other public health programs.
• Identify areas for improvement and propose effective strategies to enhance program performance.
• Travel to various villages to provide services and on-site instruction, supporting CHA/Ps in examinations, testing, and immunizations while ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols.
• Educate on immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic and surveillance testing, ensuring effective communication with diverse audiences.
• Assist in providing training during Health Aide Training and Continuing Medical Education (CME) events for CHA/Ps and other clinical staff.
• Coordinate with other healthcare providers, maintain accurate records of patient interactions, and monitor patient progress to meet health needs effectively.
• Stay updated with the latest public health knowledge and developments to improve patient outcomes and overall program effectiveness.
• Ability to guide student Health Aides and Health Aides in developing the skills necessary for delivering well-child exams and immunizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree