CNA Trainee (Paid Training)

Certified Nurse Assistant

Fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community by becoming a vital member of our CNA team. In this entry-level role, you'll support patient treatment plans within an interdisciplinary team, ensuring a safe, caring, and respectful environment for patients at the Wyoming State Hospital. Whether your background is in customer service or human services, we welcome your commitment to helping others. Wyoming State Hospital will pay for your Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training while you are already earning a paycheck. We take care of the costs so you can focus on growing your career!

Why You Will Love Working Here

• 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: Work 12-hour shifts and enjoy 3 or 4 days off every single week.
• Education Leave: We pay for your schooling! We provide leave so you can continue your education while keeping your job.
• Hiring Bonus: Start now and be eligible for a $2,000 bonus!
• 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!

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

The city of Evanston is a small Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. The area surrounding Evanston is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

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

• 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.

Knowledge of patient-centered care and support within a CNA team.

Understanding of de-escalation techniques and management of challenging behaviors.

Knowledge of professional boundaries and ethical practices.

Skills in communication and providing customer service in high-stakes environments.

Basic proficiency in computer use and Microsoft Office applications.

Knowledge of emergency procedures, including CPR, First Aid, and RACE.

Understanding of standard infection control practices.

Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) OR Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare) No prior experience required

Ability to perform C.P.R., First Aide, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control and defensive driving practices.

Ability to stand for long periods.

Ability to lift to 50 pounds or one-quarter of one's body weight with assistance.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.

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.

The Wyoming State Hospital uses 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.

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.

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.

Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions

• New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position.
• Current state employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public.
• One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
• Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.
• Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

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.

• 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

Know your full value. 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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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.