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Registered Nurse

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Sheridan, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 15 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 16 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As a Registered Nurse at the Wyoming Girls School a therapeutic and educational facility for the treatment of court-ordered delinquent girls ages 12-21 you will play a pivotal role in providing holistic care and support to our residents. Your role will involve administering medications providing treatments coordinating healthcare services and educating both residents and staff on health-related matters. Additionally you will collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans that address the physical emotional and psychological needs of our residents. As an RN for the Wyoming Girls School you will enjoy a flexible weekday schedule. To be successful in this position you will need to be self-motivated and independent due to the autonomy you will have in this position.

The State of Wyomings total compensation package is excellent and includes:

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
Retirement investment options with employer contributions
Comprehensive Benefits package including Health Dental Life Vision Short Term Disability and more with an employer contribution toward premiums
Longevity pay

**This position is eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditions

Sheridan County is located in north-central Wyoming. Wyomings Jewel and Sheridan Counties fabled western history and dramatic mountain vistas meet new-west comfort and the serenity of wide-open spaces. Providing history with a view from Main Street to the magnificent backdrop of the Bighorn Mountains Sheridan offers modern hospitality with old-west charm.

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

Provides professional nursing services to teen female adolescents in a residential setting.
Performs nursing assessment diagnosis treatment & evaluation of residents.
Provides continuous care of residents through assessing evaluating and implementing processes to assure appropriate care and outcomes.
Accurately prepares and administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
Triages calls from staff and handles routine concerns and emergencies.
Communicates with the Physician and follows through on orders as appropriate.
Reviews lab values and consults reports.
Provides formal assessments documentation and progress notes.
Monitors all aspects of patient care including diet and physical activity.
Arranges for and conducts nursing clinics and classes; teaches individuals and groups in health promotion and disease prevention.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference given to candidates with experience working with children and young adults.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of laws principles practices and techniques of professional nursing.
Knowledge of the maintenance of medical records charts reports and observations.
Knowledge of the principles of the nursing process and the scientific process.
Knowledge of public healthcare functions and essential services.
Knowledge of applying medical diagnosis and treatment to patient care.
Knowledge of scientific concepts is a basis for decision-making.
Knowledge of physical biological and behavioral sciences.
Knowledge of evaluation services and programs according to standards.
Knowledge of work management and leadership theory and practice.
Knowledge of federal state and local law pertaining to healthcare.
Knowledge of medication and treatment assistance records.
Knowledge of electronic record-keeping and database management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associates Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

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

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN

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:

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 Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.

Must be able to:

Lift/transfer patients to different positions.
Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
Restrain clients for treatments climb stairs to patient homes and drive long distances.
Travel throughout the state and to national conferences if requested.
Work evenings nights and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
**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 from the final pay.
- Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.

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