Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA – Psychiatric Care

Overview

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Advance your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and make a meaningful impact in your community. As a key member of our CNA team at the Wyoming State Hospital, you’ll provide essential support for patient care and treatment plans in a collaborative environment. This role offers an opportunity to work in a safe, respectful, and patient-centered setting where your skills and dedication will make a difference daily.

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

• Monitor patient behaviors while providing support and nursing interventions.
• Encourage appropriate behaviors that enhance participation in recovery.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Assist patients with daily planning.
• Document patient progress during hospitalization.
• Participate in shift change reports and team meetings.
• Assist nurses with milieu management and work environment safety.
• Utilize de-escalation interventions as necessary.
• Take on-call on a rotation basis.
• Be the first to float to other units, as necessary.
• Serve as a mentor to new Human Services Aides and Human Services Specialists.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and management of aggressive behaviors.
• Knowledge of ethics and how to maintain professional boundaries.
• Skills in using a computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures such as CPR, First Aid, and RACE.
• Knowledge of standard infection control practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification at the time of hire

OR

Education:

Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification at the time of hire

• Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or one-quarter of one's body weight with assistance.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• 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.
• 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.
• A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
• 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.
• We participate in E-Verify.
• 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.

• 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.

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

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.