Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time 2026-00365

Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time Job Number: 2026-00365 Location: Basin, WY Job Type: Permanent Part-time Department: Department of Health Division: Retirement Center Opening Date: February 5, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description and Functions:

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

Essential Functions:

• 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:

• Although preference may be given to individuals with six (6) months of experience in a long-term care setting, new graduates are welcome to apply.
• 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.

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 part-time, requiring 24-32 hours per week.
• 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:

• Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
• Visit us online at: https://health.wyo.gov/aging/retirementcenter/
• Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

Working for the State of Wyoming:

• 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

Application Questions:

1. 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
   • Received Bachelors Degree
   • Received Masters Degree
   • Received Doctorate Degree
   • None of the Above
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   • 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
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     • 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
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       • Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
       • Do you possess license as or are you eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming?
         • Yes
         • No
         • New Graduate: I have graduated (or will graduate soon) and am preparing to sit for the NCLEX
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         • Please provide your license number below?
         • Do you have six (6) months or more experience in a long-term care setting?
           • Yes
           • No
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           • 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
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             • 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
             • If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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