Director of Nursing 2025-02087 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/5055017) Apply  Director of Nursing 2025-02087 Salary $117,055.92 - $130,062.12 Annually Location Lander, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-02087 Department Department Of Health Division Life Resource Center Opening Date 08/25/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Job Classification EXMT02 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Enjoy excellent pay and benefits and a team environment! The Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to serve as our Director of Nursing. This position is responsible for the oversight and delivery of nursing services to residents in our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) settings. 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 which may be performed at the job level. + Define and maintain the standards of nursing practices and the provisions of quality nursing care on a 24-hour basis to WLRC residents in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations. + Participate as a member of the administrative team. Participate in organizational leadership and the development and achievement of facility plans and missions. + Direct, instruct, counsel and supervise staff toward meeting department, division, and facility goals. + Collaborate with other departments, medical professionals, and consultants to develop, support, and coordinate resident care. + Collaborate with the Human Resources Department to enhance staff recruitment, retention, and staff development. + Direct and review the continuous quality improvement processes within the nursing department. + Plan, develop, and implement a department budget. + Represent the nursing department at required meetings and delegate representation as needed. + Participate in an on-call rotation schedule. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing principles and mental health concepts, with advanced knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of person's served care and treatment. + Knowledge of state and federal ICF and SNF regulations, including survey processes. + Knowledge of facility and departmental policies, mission, vision, and guiding principles and knowledge of continuous quality improvement, medication review, and infection control methods and requirements. + Ability to successfully complete all required classes and perform CPR, Crisis Management, First Aid, Fire Safety, Disaster Preparedness, and Defensive Driving. + Ability to comprehend emergency procedures for life safety, including response to fire and evacuation, procedures for hazardous materials, water spills, exposures, and procedures for medical equipment disruptions and/or failures. + Skills in leadership, organizational planning, and management. + Skills in interpersonal relations. + Skills in budget planning. + Ability to efficiently use computers and multiple software applications. + Knowledge and understanding of nursing practice from regulatory as well as practical standpoints. + Ability to grasp nuances of complex issues of practice, education, and legislation. + Skills in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication at an excellent level. + Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master's Degree in Nursing Experience: Five (5) years of professional RN or APRN experience within the last seven (7) years, including at least two (2) years in nursing administration or education. 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 bend, lift, twist, push, pull, etc. as would be expected to provide patient care and treatment in clinic and residential settings. + Ability to work with residents with aggressive and challenging behaviors and physically intervene during a behavioral crisis. NOTES: + FLSA: Exempt + This is an At-Will position. + 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 employee's 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, Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. 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. Supplemental Information Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) 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 provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!