DSHS Lakeland Village Registered Nurse 2

State of Washington; Medical Lake, Washington (WA, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-driven team where you can make a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Registered Nurse, you will provide essential care and support, acting as an advocate for clients while collaborating with a dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to foster wellness, inspire strength, and engage in meaningful work that promotes choice and independence for those you serve. With outstanding benefits and a culture of collaboration, this is a fulfilling career path for passionate healthcare professionals looking to grow and make an impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Shift Premium Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Washington state license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to observe and assess clients' physical and mental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Foster wellness and serve as a liaison with clients and families.
• Document health observations and administer medications.
• Support LPNs and nursing assistants in delivering care.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Patient Advocacy

Medication Administration

Collaboration

Education

Valid Washington State RN License

Job description

DSHS Lakeland Village Registered Nurse 2

At Lakeland Village, our Registered Nurses describe serving people with developmental disabilities as the most rewarding and fulfilling work in healthcare. We have opportunities to join us, where you will get to work with our clients who are sincere, genuine, and thrive from our dedicated service supporting them to live their lives based on choice. We are looking for dedicated RNs who are passionate about fostering an exceptional culture, where teaching, mentoring, and coaching empower every individual to feel valued as a vital member of our community.

Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

See why people like you choose careers with DSHS:

What makes us an employer of choice for Registered Nurses?

• Outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and retirement.
• Career development and promotional opportunities.
• Multiple shift availability and additional income through overtime hours and/or shift premium.
• We are a community-driven campus with a culture of collaboration.

Some of what you'll do:

• Foster wellness and serve as a liaison in partnership with our team, clients, and family members.
• Inspire strength by collaborating to plan, develop, and deliver nursing care for clients.
• Act as the client advocate by observing the physical and mental conditions, assessing for any physical and/or behavioral changes.
• Document observations, interventions, and other pertinent information related to a client's health status.
• Administer medications and monitor for any health concerns.
• Provide professional consultation and support LPNs and nursing assistant staff.

Who should apply?

Professionals with a valid Washington state license to practice as a Registered Nurse or have the ability to obtain a valid Washington state license by the start of employment.

Questions?If you have any questions, you are encouraged to contact DSHS recruiter Vincent Hamilton by email [e-mail] and reference 00740.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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