Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Psychiatric Care

Certified Nursing Assistant

Advance your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and make a meaningful impact in your community. As a key member of our CNA team at the Wyoming State Hospital, you'll provide essential support for patient care and treatment plans in a collaborative environment. This role offers an opportunity to work in a safe, respectful, and patient-centered setting where your skills and dedication will make a difference daily.

**This position is eligible for a $2,000 Hiring Bonus**

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 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

Located in Evanston, Wyoming, a charming Rocky Mountain community, you'll enjoy proximity to world-class recreation, including the renowned ski slopes of Park City, Utah, just 45 minutes away. Evanston offers abundant outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Essential Functions

• Monitor patient behaviors while providing support and nursing interventions.
• Encourage appropriate behaviors that enhance participation in recovery.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Assist patients with daily planning.
• Document patient progress during hospitalization.
• Participate in shift change reports and team meetings.
• Assist nurses with milieu management and work environment safety.
• Utilize de-escalation interventions as necessary.
• Take on-call on a rotation basis.
• Be the first to float to other units, as necessary.
• Serve as a mentor to new Human Services Aides and Human Services Specialists.

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and management of aggressive behaviors.
• Knowledge of ethics and how to maintain professional boundaries.
• Skills in using a computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures such as CPR, First Aide, and RACE.
• Knowledge of standard infection control practices.

Minimum Qualifications: Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide OR Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare) Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification at the time of hire

Necessary Special Requirements

Physical Working Conditions:

• Ability to perform CPR, First Aide, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or one-quarter of one's body weight with assistance.

Notes:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• 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.