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Registered Nurse (RN), Riverton, Nights

Kindred HealthcareLander, WyomingPosted Jul 30, 2026

Compensation

Not listed

Type

Full-time

Location

Lander, Wyoming

Posted

Jul 30, 2026

Requirements Summary

Candidates must hold a current state RN license and an associate degree in nursing, with a BSN preferred. The role requires BLS, ACLS, and CPI certifications, along with at least 6 months of medical/surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting.

Core Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse provides safe, effective, and compassionate patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and implementing individualized plans of care. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes while adhering to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentPatient care planningMedical terminologyPharmacologyNursing best practicesInterpersonal skillsCommunicationOrganizational skillsElectronic medical recordsCritical thinkingDecision-makingPrioritizationInfection controlFall preventionCare coordinationPatient education

Company Information

  • Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
  • Company Size: 10,001+ employees
  • Type: Privately Held
  • Specialties: Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital Services, Long Term Acute Care Hospitals, Sub-Acute Units, and Transitional Care Hospitals

Full Job Description

At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health. Full-time Nights Riverton, WY Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical provides safe, effective, and compassionate patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in an acute care hospital setting. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families to achieve optimal patient outcomes, ensuring care is delivered in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. Essential Functions Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to determine nursing care needs Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policy and physician orders Documents assessments, interventions, outcomes, and patient education timely and accurately Provides direct care including ADLs, hygiene, nutrition, and mobility support Monitors patient conditions and communicates significant changes to the care team Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for care coordination, discharge planning, and referrals Provides emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families Ensures patient safety through adherence to infection control and fall prevention protocols Supervises and delegates tasks appropriately to licensed and unlicensed staff Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Proficient in clinical assessment, documentation, and patient care planning Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and nursing best practices Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Ability to function effectively in high-stress situations with diverse patient populations Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation systems Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, and physical activity Demonstrates professional integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuing education Education Associate degree in Nursing required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred License/Certification Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required Basic Life Support (BLS) required per facility policy Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required per facility policy Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required per facility policy Specialty certification (e.g., RN-BC, CMSRN) preferred Experience Minimum of 6 months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and effective prioritization in a fast-paced environment.

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