Certified Nursing Assistant

Elder Care Technician (CNA)

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care. Set in northern Wyomings stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting-edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture. Join a team that values your skills, fosters growth, and empowers you to impact lives meaningfully.

As an Elder Care Technician (CNA), you serve as a cornerstone of a close-knit, elder-directed household. This role blends hands-on caregiving, homekeeping, and life enrichment in a relational, empowered team model. You are eligible to take on expanded responsibilities including mentoring new Elder Care Trainees and working toward the role of Elder Care Specialist.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Low deductibles and out-of-pocket costs
• Coverage begins the month after you start
• Tuition assistance available after one year of employment
• Retirement match 6% match with full vesting after 3 years
• Generous PTO and sick time
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits and eligibility vary by position; exclusions may apply.

Essential Job Functions:

• Relational Care
• Deliver high-quality, person-directed care to Elders in accordance with their individualized care plans and CMS standards.
• Assist with all activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and mobility.
• Monitor and report changes in condition; support documentation necessary for Medicaid and Medicare billing compliance.
• Collaborate with nurses and clinical support team to ensure clinical needs are met in alignment with Elder preferences.
• Household Operations
• Take shared ownership of daily household tasks including meal planning and preparation, housekeeping, and laundry, ensuring the home is clean, comfortable, and welcoming.
• Use culinary skills to prepare nutritious, home-style meals in an open kitchen, fostering connection and dignity in dining.
• Participate in inventory, supply ordering, and maintenance of household routines.
• Meaningful Engagement
• Design and implement activities that bring purpose, enjoyment, and social connection to Elders lives.
• Help cultivate a home culture of inclusion, creativity, and joy.
• Support transportation and accompaniment to appointments, social events, or community outings.
• Leadership Development
• Serve as a role model and mentor for Elder Care Trainees and peers, supporting their growth in caregiving, homekeeping, and Sheridan Green House values.
• Participate in onboarding, peer coaching, and skill-building for team members.
• Work collaboratively with Leadership and clinical support team to strengthen team self-management and shared decision-making.
• As skills grow, take on project leadership or coordination tasks in the areas of scheduling, enrichment, or household organization.
• Pathway to Elder Care Coordinator
• Eligible to progress into the Elder Care Specialist role upon demonstrating:
• Mastery of Sheridan Green House core practices and peer leadership.
• Strong communication, organization, and coordination skills.
• Initiative in mentoring, team development, and quality improvement.
• Receive additional training and mentorship to support leadership in household operations, team dynamics, and regulatory compliance.
• Practices and demonstrates effective coaching strategies to support team and individual development.
• Support for Clinical Services
• Reimbursable care under the supervision of licensed staff, assist in tasks that support Medicaid and Medicare billing requirements, including:
• Promptly reporting observations related to changes in health status or behaviors.
• Participating in documentation, data collection, or charting as trained and allowed by regulation.
• Supporting restorative care activities and participation tracking as part of care plans.
• Ensure care tasks align with state scope-of-practice laws for non-certified staff and Sheridan Green House policies.
• Assist in fulfilling elements of CMS documentation standards necessary for accurate reimbursement and quality reporting (e.g., MDS inputs, care plan updates).

A nurturing, elder-focused work environment where your role matters deeply. Career advancement pathways toward Elder Care Coordinator, care team lead, or other leadership positions. A supportive learning culture with mentoring, peer collaboration, and shared governance. Participation in a national movement transforming long-term care through dignity, autonomy, and community.

Position Qualifications:

• Education, Experience and Licensure:
• A current active Wyoming Certified Nursing Assistant license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• BLS, required.
• Central Registry, Required.
• Completion of Sheridan Green House Elder Care Trainee training or equivalent experience in elder-directed care preferred.
• Additional Skills:
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to relationship-based care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a self-managed team environment.
• Experience in cooking, cleaning, or life enrichment is strongly valued.
• Desire to grow into leadership roles within the Green House Model.
• Specific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products. Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.