Registered Nurse-RN 2026-02157

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The State of Wyoming invites newly graduated nurses to join the Wyoming State Hospital in Evanston. You will provide compassionate, professional care in a setting that balances clinical duties with meaningful patient relationships.

Eligibility for a $2,000 hiring bonus is noted. The position offers a supportive team, flexible scheduling, and a robust benefits package as part of the State’s total compensation program.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required or eligible in Wyoming.
• 0-2 years of progressive nursing experience; LPN level knowledge acceptable with substitution.
• Must be licensed as RN in Wyoming or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services in chronic and acute care.
• Assess patient health, implement care plans, evaluate outcomes.
• Administer medications and perioperative care; review lab values.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient outcomes.
• Support clinical leadership on the floor and educate patients.

Skills

Compassionate care

Nursing skills

Communication with physicians

Leadership on floor

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

OpenUntil Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Are you ready to launch your nursing career in a place where you can truly make a difference?

The Wyoming State Hospital is looking for compassionate, energetic, and newly graduated nurses to join our team. We know that your first year of nursing is a major transition. We offer a supportive environment, a pace that allows you to actually connect with your patients, and a stable schedule that ensures you can enjoy your life outside of work.

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

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! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

The city of Evanston is a small and friendly Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. Concerts, shopping, dining, professional sporting events, and an international airport 60 minutes away in Salt Lake City. Evanston's area is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / [e-mail] / 307-444-0791

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Direct Care: Provide professional nursing services in both chronic and acute care settings, building long-term therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Assessment & Action: Apply your training to assess patient health, implement care plans, and evaluate outcomes.
• Clinical Skills: Administer medications, provide pre- and post-operative care, and review lab values.
• Communication: Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Leadership: As you grow, you will help guide LPNs and Aides (no direct firing/hiring supervision, but you will be a clinical leader on the floor).
• Education: Teach patients about health promotion, empowering them to improve their own lives.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of laws, principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing.
• Knowledge of the maintenance of medical records, charts, reports, and observations.
• Knowledge of principles of nursing process and scientific process.
• Knowledge of public healthcare functions and essential services.
• Knowledge of applying medical diagnosis and treatment to patient care.
• Knowledge of scientific concepts as a basis for decision-making.
• Knowledge of physical, biological, and behavioral sciences.
• Knowledge of evaluation services and programs according to standards.
• Knowledge of work management and leadership theory and practice.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to healthcare.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Associate's 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

Education & Experience Substitution

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Lift/transfer patients to different positions.
• Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights to about 50 lbs.
• Restrain clients for treatments, climb stairs to patient homes, and drive long distances.
• Travel throughout the state and to national conferences if requested.
• Work evenings, nights, and/or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES

• 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.

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 from the final pay
• Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date

Click 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 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.

Brenda Hales / [e-mail] / 307-444-0791