Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position provides instruction, oversight, and management of our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program. The Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) serves residents in Intermediate Care Facility and Skilled Nursing Facility settings.
Team members enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package as part of the State of Wyoming Department of Health!
**This position is eligible for a $2,000.00 hiring bonus** See notes section for eligibility and conditionsHuman Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6784 / tammalee.keysaw1@wyo.govESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Develop and facilitate the CNA program at WLRC.
- Instruct students according to the curriculum designed to assist students in building knowledge and clinical skills aimed at passing the 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 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) regulations, and facility and state policies, procedures, and protocols.
- As required, assist the Direct of Nursing, Infection Preventionist, and Nurse Educator with special projects and/or teaching commitments.
- Assist with the development of policies and procedures for implementing specific programs. Orient new staff to the program, 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.
KNOWLEDGE: - 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 decision making.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks 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 around and with WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.
- Ability to assist resident and staff during a resident behavior episode
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's 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 & Experience Substitution:
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
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to:
- Safely move (twisting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling), position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
- Ability to monitor resident sounds, noises, location, etc. in order to ensure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
- Ability to perform CPR, First Aide, Crisis Management 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, state retirement plan, 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.
048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming Life Resource Center
Click
here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfmThe 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.
