Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Lovell, WY

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Long-Term Care

Specialty: Long-Term Care

Location: Lovell, Wyoming

Employment Type: Travel Contract

Assignment Length: 10 weeks

Schedule: 40 hours per week; schedule varies

Shift: Evenings/NOC 3:00 PM11:00 AM, 7:00 PM7:00 AM, or 11:00 PM7:00 AM

Start Date: October 11, 2026

Position Overview

NuWest is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a 10-week travel contract in Lovell, Wyoming. In this long-term care role, you will provide hands-on daily care to residents on evening and NOC shifts, supporting their comfort, safety, and dignity while working closely with the nursing team. Weekend coverage is required as needed, with no holiday or on-call coverage. The ideal candidate is a dependable, compassionate CNA who takes pride in building trust with residents and delivering consistent, attentive care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, toileting, and feeding, while promoting independence and dignity
• Support safe mobility through transfers, repositioning, ambulation, and proper use of gait belts and mechanical lifts, following fall-prevention protocols
• Provide incontinence and perineal care, assist with catheter care, and monitor skin integrity to prevent pressure injuries
• Obtain and record vital signs, weights, and intake and output; promptly report changes in resident condition, behavior, or appetite to the charge nurse
• Assist with meal service, feeding, and hydration in accordance with prescribed diets, and accurately document intake
• Document all care provided accurately and in a timely manner in the resident record, and participate in shift hand-off communication
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment by making beds, changing linens, stocking supplies, and following infection control and standard precautions
• Communicate respectfully with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team; protect resident rights, privacy, and HIPAA compliance; perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate valid in the State of Wyoming
• Current BLS certification
• Prior experience providing direct resident care in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including extended periods of standing and safely lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents
• Must be able to pass required background checks and drug screening

Housing

Housing is not provided for this assignment. Local housing resources are available in the area, including rentals, monthly motel rentals, and rooms for rent. Your NuWest recruiter can help point you toward options.

Why NuWest?

At NuWest, we connect talented healthcare professionals with opportunities that fit their experience, career goals, and lifestyle.

NuWest Benefits may include:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Direct deposit
• Referral bonuses
• Personalized support from your NuWest recruiting and account management team
• Credentialing and compliance support
• Exclusive healthcare opportunities nationwide
• 24/7 support while you're on assignment

Ready for your next CNA opportunity? Apply today and let NuWest help you take the next step in your healthcare career!