Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Psychiatric Care 2026-01472

About the role

The Wyoming State Hospital seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our dedicated team. This role offers a supportive, patient-centered environment where your skills and dedication will make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient behaviors while providing support and nursing interventions.
• Encourage appropriate behaviors that enhance participation in recovery.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Assist patients with daily planning.
• Document patient progress during hospitalization.
• Participate in shift change reports and team meetings.
• Aid nurses with milieu management and work environment safety.
• Utilize de-escalation interventions as necessary.
• Take on-call on a rotation basis.
• Serve as a mentor to new Human Services Aides and Human Services Specialists.

Requirements

• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and management of aggressive behaviors.
• Knowledge of ethics and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Skills in using a computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures such as CPR, First Aid, and RACE.
• Knowledge of standard infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: 2-4 years of progressive work experience in Human Services with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification at the time of hire.
• Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare).
• Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience in Human Services with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification at the time of hire.

Skills

• De-escalation techniques.
• Ethics and professional boundaries.
• Computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Emergency procedures (CPR, First Aid, RACE).
• Infection control practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays.
• Retail plans that help build a secure future.
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities.

Pay

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Rotating shifts, including on-call duties.