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Job ID: 896131
Job Title
TDY Registered Nurse Case Manager – Well Child/Immunization
Location
Bethel, AK
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Onsite | Travel Required
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee comprehensive public health case management including well-child checkups, immunizations, tuberculosis and infectious disease screening, diagnostic testing, and chronic health condition management
- Travel to various villages to render services, provide on-site instruction, and support Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) in conducting examinations, administering immunizations, and adhering to health and safety protocols
- Train CHA/Ps to competently administer public health testing, examinations, and immunizations, and assist with screening, diagnostic testing, treatment, and case investigations
- Participate in the design, execution, monitoring, quality assurance, and assessment of the Well Child/Immunization and other public health programs, identifying areas for improvement
- Provide education on immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic and surveillance testing to diverse audiences
- Assist with instruction during Health Aide Training and Continuing Medical Education (CME) events; coordinate with other healthcare providers and maintain accurate patient records
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Diploma, Associate of Applied Science, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
- Current RN licensure in the State of Alaska required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of positive work history as an RN or in a public health-related field
- Knowledge and experience with Pediatrics required
- Proficiency with computer systems; must become adept with Cerner and its modules and proficient with EPSDT exam equipment within 3 months of hire
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
- ACLS and PALS certifications recommended
- Experience in teaching, working in cross-cultural settings, and knowledge of the Community Health Aide Program
- Fluency in Yugtun preferred; proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access) preferred
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health outcomes in rural and underserved communities through hands-on clinical work and community education
- Gain unique experience working in a cross-cultural environment while supporting and mentoring Community Health Aides and Practitioners across multiple villages