Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Fulfill your passion as a registered nurse and discover the beauty Wyoming has to offer in a small-town atmosphere only 45 minutes away from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. The city of Evanston, Wyoming has an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, no state income tax, and nearby access to skiing, hunting, hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

This position supervises the Nursing Department after hours at the Wyoming State Hospital.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / brenda.hales@wyo.gov / 307-444-0791

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

• Assists with the development of policy and procedures for implementing specific programs; orients new staff to the programs, policies, and procedures.
• Contributes to the development of relevant nursing protocols to provide clinical care and teaching materials for groups and individuals.
• Provides guidance and oversight regarding nursing functions as programs are developed and implemented.
• Mentors advise and guide staff nurses toward program outcomes.
• Serves as a resource for personnel in developing and delivering programs/services including clinical nursing care, contact investigation, community outreach initiatives, and health education/health promotion messages.
• Oversite of nursing staff and nursing schedules after hours.
• Contributes to Quality Assurance by collecting and compiling department CQI data.
• Performs nursing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of ill and disabled persons.
• Arranges for and conduct nursing clinics and classes.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preferences will be given to applicants with 4-6 years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, including supervision duties.

KNOWLEDGE:

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  Knowledge of principles of nursing and management processes.
• Knowledge of the medical diagnosis and treatment of patient care using nursing diagnosis.
• Knowledge of organization, planning, and team building.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public health nursing.
• Knowledge of human service management to include supervisory techniques, methods, and standards.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
• Restrain clients for treatments.
• Work evenings, nights, and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

• 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.
• 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.

Supplemental Information

048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming State Hospital

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please click here for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits*.