CNA Trainee (Paid Training) 2026-01468

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

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. Position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus. See notes for eligibility and conditions. Benefits 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 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. Knowledge 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. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience Substitution: 1–3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire Education: Associate’s Degree (typically in Healthcare) Experience: No prior experience required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire Physical Working Conditions Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, 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. Notes FLSA: Non‑Exempt 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 to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. 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. 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 one year from the promotion date. Employees will be eligible for the hiring bonus only once in a 12‑month period. Equal Opportunity The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Wyoming