Nurse

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Wyoming Boys’ School (WBS) is a secure treatment facility where dedicated professionals help young men ages 12-21 build better futures. Our team provides a structured and supportive environment focused on emotional well-being, education, and mental health care, guiding youth toward positive change and successful reintegration into their families and communities. As a RegisteredNurse at WBS, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents while enjoying the flexibility you need. We understand that work-life balance is important, which is why we are offering flexible schedules with the option to work either full-time or part-time. In this role, you’ll provide essential nursing care, assess and respond to medical needs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a setting that values both professional excellence and personal fulfillment. If you’re looking for a rewardingnursing career with great bea nfits,strong sense of purpose, and the flexibility to fit your life, we’d love to have you on our team. 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 and MUCH MORE! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: **This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditions Worland is located within the Big Horn Basin and along the Big Horn River in beautiful Northwestern Wyoming. We are fortunate to have easy access to the Big Horn Mountains to the west and the Wind River Mountains to the south including the Wind River Canyon. A community hub for the 5,487 people who reside within the city limits, Worland has a proud heritage of initiative, innovation, and just plain grit. A great city to raise a family, Worland offers excitement for everyone. Human Resource Contact: Judie Petersen View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. Provides professional nursing services to patients, clients, and staff in chronic as well as acute care settings. Performs nursing assessment, diagnosis, treatment & evaluation of residents. Provides continuous care of patients through assessing, evaluating, and implementing processes to assure appropriate patient care and outcomes. Accurately prepares and administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and other providers. Provides pre and post-operative care. Triages calls from staff and handles routine concerns and emergencies. Communicates with Physician and follows through on orders as appropriate. Review lab values and consult reports. Provides formal assessments, documentation, and progress notes. Assists with patient ADLs (activities of daily living). Arranges for and conducts nursing clinics and classes; teaches individuals and groups about health promotion and disease prevention. PREFERENCES Preference will be given to Registered Nurse applicantswith an associate's degree and 1 year of experience in a correctional setting. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of laws, principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing. Knowledge of the maintenance of medical records, charts, reports, and observations. Knowledge of principles of the nursing process and scientific process. Knowledge of public healthcare functions and essential services. Knowledge of applying medical diagnosis and treatment to patient care. Knowledge of scientific concepts as a basis for decision-making. Knowledge of physical, biological, and behavioral sciences. Knowledge of evaluation services and programs according to standards. Knowledge of work management and leadership theory and practice. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to healthcare. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Nursing) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming OR Education & ExperienceSubstitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to: Lift/transfer patients to different positions. Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to 50 lbs. Work evenings and /or weekends when the situation requires it. On-call required NOTES FLSA: Non-exempt 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. **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 from the final pay. Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date. 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. Human Resource Contact: Judie Petersen View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr