Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a unique opportunity for a Registered Nurse to help & serve Wyoming residents! This position provides instruction, oversight, and management of our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program. WLRC currently serves Wyoming residents in an Intermediate Care Facility and is in the process of opening a newly constructed Skilled Nursing Facility as well. We are transitioning to the Green House model of care, which is built upon the values of a meaningful life for our clients, empowered staff, and a real home environment. WLRC truly is an extraordinary place with a rich history and a bright future. Our team members enjoy competitive benefits and compensation packages as part of the State of Wyoming Department of Health!

In all its natural beauty and location in the foothills of the Wind River Mountains, Lander offers various outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, camping, ATVing, rock climbing, hiking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. Sinks Canyon State Park is within seven miles of Lander. Wyoming is one of seven states with no state income tax.

Human Resource Contact: Tammy 307-335-6784 tammalee.keysaw1@wyo.gov

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

• Develop and facilitate the CNA program at the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC).
• Instruct students according to the curriculum designed to assist students to build knowledge and clinical skills aimed at passing the licensing exam for Wyoming CNA.
• Assist students in registering for the Wyoming CNA exam.
• Facilitate clinical rotations and skills labs to evaluate CNA competency.
• Monitor CNAs in their work area to provide support and assure competency of knowledge and skills.
• Maintain accurate records on all students including, attendance, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
• Evaluate student's progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained.
• Communicate effectively with students and all those affiliated with the course.
• Provide a stimulating environment that encourages student participation, interpersonal skills development, and concepts of good patient care.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and nursing management to ensure all Wyoming State Board of Nursing standards are met for CNA training and their ongoing continuing education as dictated by the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act.
• Keep abreast of nursing practice standards, Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) standards, and WLRC policies, procedures, and protocols.
• As requested, assist the Director of Nursing, Infection Preventionist, and Nurse Educator with special projects and/or teaching commitments.
• Assist with the development of policy and procedures for implementing specific programs; orient new staff to the programs, policies, and procedures.
• Contribute to the development of relevant nursing protocols to provide clinical care and teaching materials for groups and individuals.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

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  Knowledge of principles of nursing and management processes.
• Knowledge of ICF and SNF regulations, the Nurse Practice Act, and state and facility policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop nursing plans of care utilizing the nursing process.
• Skills in training, teaching, and interpretation of information.
• Skills in creating a learning environment.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate medical equipment.
• Skills in time management, organization, and computer usage.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively with students, staff, clients, and the public.
• Ability to accept personal responsibility and accountability for decisions making on a daily basis.
• Ability to complete assigned duties and recognize when further consultation/assistance is needed to complete assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of organization, planning, and team building.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public health nursing.
• Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to:

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  Safely move (twisting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling), position, and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to monitor clients' sounds, noises, locations, etc. to ensure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Ability to perform C.P.R., First Aid, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control practices.
• 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 employee's 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Supplemental Information

048-Department of Health-Behavioral Health Division-Wyoming Life Resource Center

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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.

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