Nurse Manager 2026-01673

Nurse Manager 2026-01673

Salary

$49.09 - $54.55 Hourly

Location

Lander, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01673

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Life Resource Center

Opening Date

06/30/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

HSNU11

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is eligible for a $2000.00 hiring bonus. See the notes section for eligibility and conditions.

The Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) in Lander is seeking a compassionate and strategic Nurse Manager to lead our nursing teams in both the Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) and the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

This role does not just manage shifts; it shapes a culture of excellence. You will guide a dedicated team, champion staff development, and implement best practices that directly improve the lives of our residents.

Why You Will Love Working Here

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: Enjoy 12-hour shifts with 3 or 4 days off every week.

• Education Leave: We provide leave so you can continue your schooling or certifications while keeping your job.

• Hiring Bonus: This position is eligible for a $2,000 bonus!

• 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!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.go

Human Resource Contact: Tammy 307-335-6784 tammalee.keysaw1@wyo.gov

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

• Oversee nursing care in a facility that truly makes a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Build and nurture a team through hands-on coaching, education, and professional development.
• Partner with an interdisciplinary team of professionals dedicated to the highest standards of healthcare.
• Meet with the nursing leadership team to plan and coordinate care, including nurses scheduled to attend Individual Support Plans, team meetings, Behavior Management Review Committee, and daily huddles.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and the Human Resources Department to enhance staff recruitment, retention, and professional development.
• Supervise nurses and oversee CNAs in the performance of their duties. Provide guidance, coaching, and support.
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Direct the organization of nursing education to include competency-based training for nursing tasks needed to provide appropriate care to residents.
• Track and approve subordinates time in the CGI time-keeping system. Complete performance evaluations. Conduct disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Coordinate with nursing leadership to provide support for the nursing team, including but not limited to documentation, training, and skill check-offs.
• Assist with policy development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Complete chart audits. Review and revise nursing care plans, and provide support to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for program changes and improved plans of care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelors degree in nursing and 3 or more years of nursing experience. Experience in a skilled nursing care setting is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of current nursing practice standards.
• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Skills in leadership, motivation, and teamwork, and the ability to lead and manage subordinate staff, including oversight of the delivery of nursing care.
• Knowledge of Skilled Nursing Facility regulations and state and federal regulations pertaining to the operation of a healthcare facility.
• Knowledge of facility and department policies, procedures, mission, vision, and guiding principles, with knowledge of continuous quality improvement, medication review, and infection control methods and requirements.
• Ability to develop nursing diagnoses and plans of care.
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and mental health concepts, with advanced knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of persons served care and treatment.
• Ability to successfully complete all required classes and successfully perform CPR, Crisis Management, First Aid, and Basic Life Support.
• Ability to take responsibility for own actions.
• Ability to provide training, teaching, and interpretation of information.
• Skills in time management, organization, and computer usage.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively with residents, staff, families, guardians, and the public.
• Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Nurse

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Nurse

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:

• Ability to safely move (twisting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting), position, and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to see and hear sufficiently to monitor resident actions and safety.
• Ability to work directly with residents who have challenging and aggressive behaviors.
• Ability to assist with resident behavior episodes and de-escalation, as necessary.
• Work evenings, nights, and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
• 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 FBI for every successful applicant.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, 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 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.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

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 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 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 - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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

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(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
• 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? (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

(HSNU11) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have experience in a skilled nursing care setting?

• Yes
• No

06

(HSNU11) Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming?

• Yes
• No

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(HSNU11) Please provide your license or certificate no. in the box below.

08

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government 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 name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus

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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

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(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

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(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 veterans 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 Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A) 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.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

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