Nurse Manager

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 plansthat help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options:Enjoy 12-hour shifts with3 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 workthat makes a difference for Wyoming communities

And MUCH MORE!Clickherefor detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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PREFERENCES:


Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelors degree in nursing and 3 or more years of nursing experience. Experience in a skilled nursing care setting is a plus.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of current nursing practice standards.
• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Skills in leadership motivation and teamwork and the ability to lead and manage subordinate staff including oversight of the delivery of nursing care.
• Knowledge of Skilled Nursing Facility regulations and state and federal regulations pertaining to the operation of a healthcare facility.
• Knowledge of facility and department policies procedures mission vision and guiding principles with knowledge of continuous quality improvement medication review and infection control methods and requirements.
• Ability to develop nursing diagnoses and plans of care.
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and mental health concepts with advanced knowledge of principles concepts and practices of persons served care and treatment.
• Ability to successfully complete all required classes and successfully perform CPR Crisis Management First Aid and Basic Life Support.
• Ability to take responsibility for own actions.
• Ability to provide training teaching and interpretation of information.
• Skills in time management organization and computer usage.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively with residents staff families guardians and the public.
• Ability to work with and around WLRC residents including those who may display challenging behaviors.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to safely move (twisting bending kneeling pushing pulling lifting) position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to see and hear sufficiently to monitor resident actions and safety.
• Ability to work directly with residents who have challenging and aggressive behaviors.
• Ability to assist with resident behavior episodes and de-escalation as necessary.
• Work evenings nights and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

• 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 the Department of Family Services and the FBI 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.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.

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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.