CNA, Healthcare Nursing

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Pioneer Home is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Human Services Aide (CNA). The purpose of this position is to assist the nursing staff in providing health care for the personal/physical needs, comfort, and safety of the facility’s residents. The successful applicant will perform duties and tasks delegated by the charge RN and/or nurse manager. The Wyoming Pioneer Home is a licensed assisted living facility in Thermopolis, WY, near Hot Springs State Park, with many activities available.

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 plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• And much more

This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus
. See notes for eligibility and conditions.

wdhaginghr

• Implement care in accordance with professional standards of the Home
• Adhere to the WDH Culture Statement
• Maintain residents' rights and respond with sensitivity, flexibility, and cultural awareness to the residents and their families or appropriate persons
• Assist residents in helping to keep their independence
• Know CPR and proper body mechanics
• Assist residents with personal care needs, blood pressure, weight, etc.
• Assist residents to the local doctor and other medical appointments
• Attend staff training and staff meetings as required
• Be able to assist residents with baths and showers
• Follow directions of the charge nurse
• Become aware of residents' needs by listening to them and reporting complaints, problems, concerns, behavioral changes
• Provide for activities of daily living

• Preference may be given to individuals with six months or more experience in long term care
• Must possess a current CNA certificate

• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Knowledge of relevant nursing care
• Knowledge of infection control
• Knowledge of effective oral, written, and reading communication skills
• Knowledge of motivational techniques
• Knowledge of proper operation of a motor vehicle

Education & Experience

• 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services)
• OR
• Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
• No prior experience required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire

• Must possess strength, stamina, and mobility to lift up to 50 lbs safely
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods and be flexible enough to assist the residents with ADLs
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull
• Must be able to work evenings, nights, and/or weekends and holidays

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• A background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant
• Annual influenza immunization is required
• A pre-employment drug screening is required by the Wyoming Department of Health
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify Employer
• 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 one year from the promotion date
  • Employees will only be eligible for one hiring bonus in a 12-month period

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.