State School Nurse 2026-02285

State School Nurse 2026-02285

Salary

$38.15 - $39.52 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Contract Full-time

Job Number

2026-02285

Department

Department of Education

Division

Education

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ATAW99

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

• This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) full-time position.

The Wyoming Department of Education is looking for someone who will serve as the Wyoming Department of Educations State School Nurse Consultant, providing statewide leadership, consultation, technical assistance, training, data analysis, and program coordination to strengthen school nursing services, student health and safety, and educational access and outcomes. The position carries out responsibilities consistent with W.S. 21-2-202(a)(xxxviii) and (xxxix), supports compliance and student-support functions, and assists the State Superintendent, school districts, and district boards of trustees in meeting applicable student health, behavioral health, prevention, and school-safety responsibilities.

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

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 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 benefits package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov / 307-777-6385

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Collaborates and maintains effective working partnerships with the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), State Health Officer, Wyoming State Board of Nursing, school districts, school nurses, healthcare and behavioral health providers, state agencies, and community partners
• Ensures program activities and professional nursing practices comply with applicable Wyoming nursing statutes, the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act, professional nursing standards, W.S. 21-3-133, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Manages and monitors program requirements in accordance with applicable WDH funding agreements, approved scopes of work, budgets, deliverables, and performance measures
• Coordinates and supports statewide data collection and reporting, including the collection, organization, analysis, and submission of required program data and performance information
• Supports continuous quality improvement efforts by evaluating program activities, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing appropriate changes, and monitoring outcomes
• Supports nursing and public health workforce development through coordination, education, training, technical assistance, and collaboration with relevant partners
• Prepares and submits required reports and program information to state agencies, funding partners, and the Wyoming Legislature in accordance with established requirements and deadlines
• Maintains effective communication and coordination among statewide partners to support program goals, deliverables, compliance requirements, and the delivery of nursing and public health services
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will given to applicants with a current Wyoming license as a Registered Nurse, as required by W.S. 21-2-202(a)(xxxviii).

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of school nursing, student health, public/community health, behavioral health, chronic disease, medication administration, emergency response, care coordination, prevention, and quality improvement

• Advanced knowledge of the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act, nursing statutes and rules, professional standards, and principles governing nursing judgment, assessment, planning, delegation, supervision, training, referral, and evaluation of student health outcomes

• Ability to provide statewide professional leadership, consultation, technical assistance, training, and workforce development to school nurses and districts

• Skill in developing and evaluating systems of accountability; analyzing aggregate health, workforce, service, and outcome data; and communicating findings while protecting confidentiality

• Ability to translate nursing standards, public-health requirements, and student-health needs into practical district guidance that supports accreditation, school improvement, attendance, safety, and access to instruction

• Ability to build and sustain effective collaboration among WDH, WDE programs, districts, the State Health Officer, Wyoming State Board of Nursing, healthcare and behavioral health providers, state agencies, and community partners

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment and statewide travel.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) full-time position
• Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire.
• Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.

Supplemental Information

206-Department of Education

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

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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.

Non Benefit Position

01

(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
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

Do you have a current Wyoming license as a Registered Nurse?

• Yes
• No

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees 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.

07

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

08

(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

09

(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 veterans 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
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

10

(A) 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.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm