Medical Nurse Practitioner 2026-01992

Published: 8/22/2026

Nurse Practitioner

Salary : $9,212.66 - $10,235.33 Monthly
Location : Evanston, WY
Job Type: At-Will Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01992
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Wyoming State Hospital
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: HSNP12

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position provides comprehensive medical services in diverse settings tailored specifically for an adult population. It involves delivering high-quality care through a multidisciplinary approach, working closely with other healthcare professionals. The role emphasizes collaborative efforts and includes conducting thorough clinical evaluations for patients to ensure optimal health outcomes and integrated treatment plans.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / brenda.hales@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Performs complete histories and physical evaluations.
Provides ongoing medical treatment to patients'
Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team responsible for the medical care of patients.
Perform on-call clinical coverage as needed and directed by the hospital medical director.
Maintain all appropriate paperwork required for patient care in a timely manner.
Assist in follow-up planning for the discharge of patients.
Maintain an active role in updating treatment plans.
Participate in committees and perform administrative duties as directed by the medical director.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of pharmacology, medication side effects, risks, and benefits.
Knowledge of diagnostic criteria for medical illness.
Knowledge of how co-morbid conditions (medical and neurological conditions, substance use, intellectual limitations) can affect medical diagnosis and treatment.
Knowledge of the guidelines, rules, ethics and regulations regarding prescribing practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

As required by Licensing Board
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the Wyoming Board of Nursing.
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to bend, lift, twist, push, pull, etc., as would be expected to provide patient care and treatment in the clinic and hospital settings.

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt
At-Will position
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
We participate in E-Verify.
The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.

Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

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Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
Associate's Degree
Associate's Degree and additional coursework
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
Master's Degree
Master's Degree and additional coursework
Doctorate Degree
Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
None of the Above

(HSNP12) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

No relevant experience.
Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
Two (2) to less than Five (5) years of relevant experience.
Five (5) or more years of relevant experience.

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(HSNP12) Are you licensed or eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the Wyoming Board of Nursing?

(AB) Please provide your license/certificate no. in the box below.
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(HSNP12) Do you currently have prescriptive authority, or can you obtain Wyoming prescriptive authority?

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

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Indeed
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Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
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Human Resources Division
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

Yes
No
I am not a veteran

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

Current State Employee
Veteran - DD214 Attached
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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

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