Senior Nurse

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

**This position is eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus**

At the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) we believe every resident deserves world-class care in a place that feels like home. We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join us as a Senior Nurse .

This is more than a nursing job; it is a leadership role. You will be a mentor to our nursing team a teacher for new staff and a powerful advocate for our residents. Beyond daily patient care you will oversee clinical programs help develop new medical protocols and ensure our care standards are the best they can be. If you are ready to use your clinical expertise to guide a team and improve the lives of people with disabilities we want you to lead at WLRC.

Why You Will Love Working Here

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: Enjoy 12-hour shifts with 3 or 4 days off every week .

• Education Leave: We provide leave so you can continue your schooling or certifications while keeping your job.

• Hiring Bonus: This position is eligible for a $2000 bonus!

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

And MUCH MORE!

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

• Guiding and supporting staff nurses to ensure high-quality care and positive resident outcomes.

• Developing and managing clinical care plans to ensure every resident receives appropriate medical treatment.

• Leading staff orientations and training sessions to keep the team current on nursing skills and facility protocols.

• Collaborating with doctors families and specialists to resolve complex clinical issues and advocate for resident goals.

• Performing advanced nursing assessments treatments and evaluations for residents.

• Managing special projects including the development of new facility policies and care programs.

• Participating in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure nursing coverage and support.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

**Completion of WLRC internal Greenhouse training and completion of Lippencott requirements related to mental health and psychiatric health is required within six months of the date of employment in this position.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of advanced nursing practices and how to create medical care plans.

• Ability to lead teach and mentor a team of healthcare professionals.

• Knowledge of state and federal rules for nursing facilities (ICF and SNF).

• Ability to stay calm and make smart decisions during a medical or behavioral crisis.

• Skills in positive communication with residents families and other medical providers.

• Ability to organize nursing schedules to make sure our residents always have coverage.

• Knowledge of safety procedures like First Aid CPR (BLS) and infection control.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to safely move (twisting bending kneeling pushing pulling) position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to monitor resident sounds noises location order to ensure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Ability to perform CPR First Aid Crisis Management Mandt and utilize proper infection control practices.
• Ability to physically intervene during resident behavior episodes when needed.
• Work evenings nights and/or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
• A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation 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 conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance paid vacation and sick leave paid holidays a state retirement plan a deferred compensation program 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.
    

Supplemental Information

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URL: 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.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC