Public Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bethel, Alaska
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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 such as well-child checkups, immunizations, tuberculosis screening, and management of chronic health conditions. The role entails training Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) to competently administer public health testing, examinations, and immunizations.
Responsibilities:
- Participating in the design, execution, monitoring, quality assurance, and assessment of the Well Child/Immunization and other public health programs.
- Identifying areas of improvement and proposing effective strategies to enhance program performance.
- Traveling to various villages to render services and provide on-site instruction.
- Supporting CHA/Ps in conducting examinations, assisting with testing, and administering immunizations.
- Providing education on topics related to immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic and surveillance testing.
- Assisting in providing instruction during Health Aide Training and at Continuing Medical Education (CME) events.
- Coordinating with other health care providers and maintaining accurate records of patient interactions.
- Monitoring patient progress and ensuring patients' health needs are met effectively.
- Staying updated with the latest public health knowledge and developments.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education: Diploma or AAS for RN, prefer BSN.
Minimum Experience: 2 years of positive work history as RN.
License, Certification, Registration: Must have current licensure in State of Alaska. Current BLS, recommend ACLS and PALS.
Equipment/Tools: Must have computer experience. Proficiency in MS Office software including WORD, EXCEL and ACCESS preferred. Must be adept with RPMS 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.
Benefits Include:
- Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
- Eleven paid holidays
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement plans
- Employee Wellness Center
Additional Information:
ID: 17195
Location: Bethel
Department: Well Child/Immunization
Employment Duration: 80 Full time
Temporary Status: Not Applicable
Hours per Week: 40
Minimum Hourly Pay: 54.95
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
The Yukon 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.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.
To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center.
