HSNU06-2024-00750-LPN-Basin

Job title:

HSNU06-2024-00750-LPN-Basin

Company

State of Wyoming

Job description

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Solid pay & benefits, team environment, rewarding work!The Wyoming Retirement Center is seeking a motivated LPN to provide quality health care to persons with mental health, dementia, and medical needs in a home-like setting. Our mission is to stabilize and help the persons we care for attain and maintain their highest functional level.**This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditionsHuman Resource Contact: / (307)568-2431 ext. 214ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Provides professional nursing services to residents in chronic and acute care settings.
• Performs nursing assessments, diagnosis, treatment & evaluation of ill and disabled persons.
• Accurately prepares and administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Assists patients in ADLs (Activities of Daily Living).
• Trains and assigns work to CNAs.

QualificationsPREFERENCES:Preference may be given to those individuals who have six (6) months of experience in a long-term care setting.
New graduates are welcome to apply.KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of laws, principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing.
• Knowledge of medication, administration, and complex mathematical calculations for the correct dosage.
• Knowledge of maintaining medical records, charts, reports, and observations.
• Knowledge of the aging process, medical problems and diseases, and behavioral issues.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to health care and Standards of Nursing Practice.
• Knowledge of and ability to function and make decisions in high-stress situations.
• Knowledge of and ability to use good oral and written communication skills to articulate thoughts and medical terminology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Associate’s Degree (typically in Nursing)Experience:0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing)Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of WyomingOREducation & Experience Substitution:2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing)Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of WyomingNecessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lift/transfer patients to different positions.
• Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights to about 50 lbs.
• Work holidays, evenings, nights, and/or weekends as scheduled.

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.
• For our residents’ health and protection, annual influenza vaccination is required, and annual testing for tuberculosis.
• 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.
• Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted in any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an

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 (1) year from the promotion date.
• Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

Supplemental Information048-Wyoming Department of Health – Aging Division – Wyoming Retirement CenterVisit us atClick to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The 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.Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!to learn more!01(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate’s Degree
• Associate’s Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree and additional coursework
• Master’s Degree
• Master’s Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03(HSNU06) Which of the following best describes your work experience in nursing? Experience definition: (Nursing Experience.)

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

04(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.05(HSNU06) Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wyoming?

• Yes
• No

06(HSNU06) Please provide your license or certificate no. in the box below.07Do you have at least six (6) months of experience in a long-term care setting? Please describe below.08(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resourses Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09(A) If you selected “Current State Employee” please provide the employee’s first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.10(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.11(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans’ preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans’ preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans’ preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

12(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran’s military service, and wish to claim veterans’ preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans’ preference status. By requesting veterans’ preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran – DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) – DD214 and Veteran’s Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran – DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

13(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume’ is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

Expected salary

$5378.53 – 5602.13 per month

Location

Basin, WY

Job date

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 03:16:49 GMT

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