Registered Nurse (RN) 2026-00729

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)Job Number: 2026-00729Salary: $32.90 HourlyLocation: Basin, WYJob Type: Permanent Full-time

Job Description and Functions

This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus. Fulfill your passion for being a nurse, and in turn, we will provide you with a comprehensive benefits package. The Wyoming Retirement Center is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse ready to provide excellent healthcare services. The Wyoming Retirement Center is a long-term care facility. This position requires an RN to provide quality health care to persons with mental health, dementia, and medical needs in a home-like setting. Our goal is to stabilize and help the people we care for attain their highest functional level. New graduates are encouraged to apply!

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

Working for the State of Wyoming

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 457(b) 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!

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Total Compensation Calculator

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Human Resource Contact

Human Resource Contact: wdhaginghr@wyo.gov or 307-568-3464

Essential Functions

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

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

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelors 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:
• Lift/transfer persons in our care to different positions.
• Lift persons and/or medical equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about fifty (50) lbs.
• Work holidays, evenings, nights, and /or weekends as scheduled.

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-Exempt.
• The position is full-time.
• For the health and protection of the persons in our care, annual influenza vaccination and annual testing for tuberculosis are 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.
• 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.
• 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 on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• 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 (1) year from the promotion date.
• Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

Supplemental Information

Visit us online at: https://health.wyo.gov/aging/retirementcenter/

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Class Specifications

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

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.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know Your Full Value

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

Working for the Greatest State in the Nation

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Application Questions

01 (AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months?

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree
• Received Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters 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?

• 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 (HSNU08) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04 (AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05 (HSNU08) Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming?

• Yes
• No

06 (AA) Please provide your license number below?

07 (HSNU08 DOH) Do you have six (6) months or more experience in a long-term care setting?

• Yes
• No

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 Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09 (A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last