We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team at the Laramie County Detention Center located in Cheyenne, WY.
Posted Oct 14
Shift and hours
Day shift, rotating schedule Full-Time: Day Shift, Rotating Schedule
Unit and setting
ICU
License
RN license Valid, unrestricted RN license in the state of Wyomingvalid, unrestricted RN license in Wyoming
Term
Permanent Full-Time: Day Shift, Rotating ScheduleFull-time
Do you qualify?
License
valid, unrestricted RN license in WyomingValid, unrestricted RN license in the state of WyomingCheck your license
Certification
BLS through American Red Cross or American Heart AssociationBasic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Preferred
Experience
1 year of RN experienceOne (1) year of RN experience - preferred
In range for Wyoming staff rolesWyoming staff postings that state pay run $35/hr to $56/hr, the middle half $38/hr to $54/hr, across 57 postings.
Weekend differential
Shift differential for weekendsShift differential for weekends
Extra pay
shift differential for weekends
The role and schedule
Day to day
administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providersAdminister medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Day to day
monitor and record vital signsMonitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.
Day to day
assist with patient assessments and document changes in conditionAssist with patient assessments and document changes in patient conditions.
Day to day
collaborate on patient care plansCollaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
Day to day
maintain a clean and safe environment under infection control protocolsMaintain a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
Day to day
educate patients on health conditions, treatment plans and self-careEducate patients about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques.
Day to day
provide primary care or critical care services as neededProvide primary care or critical care services as needed.
Day to day
follow County policies on security and patient contactFollows all County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contact.
Day to day
deliver care under MedHealth policies and proceduresDelivers care in accordance with established MedHealth Policies and Procedures.
Day to day
document all patient encounters in medical records to MedHealth and state, local, federal guidelines
Day to day
communicate the need for special housing to medical and security personnelCommunicates the need for special housing to appropriate medical and security personnel.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team at the Laramie County Detention Center located in Cheyenne, WY. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care in a correctional setting. As an RN, you will work independently ensuring that patients receive the best possible care while adhering to established protocols and standards.
Responsibilities
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.
Assist with patient assessments and document changes in patient conditions.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
Educate patients about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient care.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Provide primary care or critical care services as needed.
Follows all County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contact.
Delivers care in accordance with established MedHealth Policies and Procedures.
Thoroughly documents all patient encounters in electronic or paper medical records in accordance with MedHealth Policies and Procedures, and within state, local, federal guidelines.
Communicates the need for special housing to appropriate medical and security personnel.
Other duties as necessary.
Qualifications
Valid, unrestricted RN license in the state of Wyoming
Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
One (1) year of RN experience - preferred
Corrections experience - highly desired
Shift Details
Full-Time: Day Shift, Rotating Schedule
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Shift differential for weekends
For more information, visit our website at https://mymedhealth.care/. [https://mymedhealth.care/. ]
Neighborhoods+Popular residential areas include The Pointe, known for its community-focused atmosphere, private neighborhood parks, and close proximity to dining and retail options, as well as established areas like Sun Valley and Saddle Ridge. For those seeking acreage and expansive open views, the Ranchettes area north of town provides rural living on three- to five-acre parcels along unpaved roads, while HR Ranch offers large custom craftsman and contemporary ranch homes on lots extending up to fifty acres.
Popular residential areas include The Pointe, known for its community-focused atmosphere, private neighborhood parks, and close proximity to dining and retail options, as well as established areas like Sun Valley and Saddle Ridge. For those seeking acreage and expansive open views, the Ranchettes area north of town provides rural living on three- to five-acre parcels along unpaved roads, while HR Ranch offers large custom craftsman and contemporary ranch homes on lots extending up to fifty acres.
Getting around+Commutes across Cheyenne are brief and virtually free of traffic congestion, with typical drive times to local medical centers and workplaces averaging between thirteen and fifteen minutes. Public transit is sparse and operates primarily through limited on-demand van services, making personal vehicle ownership indispensable for hospital shift work. For regional travel and commercial flights, Denver International Airport is a direct drive south along Interstate 25, taking between ninety minutes and two hours depending on weather.
Commutes across Cheyenne are brief and virtually free of traffic congestion, with typical drive times to local medical centers and workplaces averaging between thirteen and fifteen minutes. Public transit is sparse and operates primarily through limited on-demand van services, making personal vehicle ownership indispensable for hospital shift work.
For regional travel and commercial flights, Denver International Airport is a direct drive south along Interstate 25, taking between ninety minutes and two hours depending on weather.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is anchored by Curt Gowdy State Park, situated roughly twenty-five miles west of town, featuring Granite, Crystal, and North Crow reservoirs for trout fishing, paddleboarding, and approximately thirty-five miles of acclaimed mountain biking and hiking trails along routes like the Canyons Trail and Stone Temple Circuit. Closer to the Laramie Range, the dramatic granite formations of Vedauwoo offer regionally renowned rock climbing, bouldering, and hiking among high plains pine forests.
Outdoor recreation is anchored by Curt Gowdy State Park, situated roughly twenty-five miles west of town, featuring Granite, Crystal, and North Crow reservoirs for trout fishing, paddleboarding, and approximately thirty-five miles of acclaimed mountain biking and hiking trails along routes like the Canyons Trail and Stone Temple Circuit. Closer to the Laramie Range, the dramatic granite formations of Vedauwoo offer regionally renowned rock climbing, bouldering, and hiking among high plains pine forests.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Cheyenne
Cheyenne blends authentic Western rail heritage with the practical ease of a compact state capital, making it a functional transition for nurses seeking a calmer pace. Healthcare professionals can expect virtually non-existent traffic, with typical hospital commutes taking less than fifteen minutes from established neighborhoods like The Pointe, Saddle Ridge, or the acreage properties of Ranchettes. Off-shift life centers around an accessible outdoors: Curt Gowdy State Park offers thirty-five miles of mountain bike trails and reservoir paddling less than a half-hour away, while the granite formations of Vedauwoo beckon rock climbers. In town, local dining anchors include Napoli's, Destination Taiwan, and downtown staple The Albany, while the annual Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo brings national energy to the city every summer. The trade-offs demand real resilience. High plains winters bring prolonged freezes and relentless, howling winds that can complicate winter driving, and local public transit is largely limited to on-demand services, requiring a dependable vehicle. For nurses looking for clean air, quick commutes, and open skies without urban gridlock, Cheyenne offers a grounded, community-focused base.
