DSHS YVS Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services; Selah (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakima Valley School is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse to care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This nurse checks on residents, gives medications, and watches for changes in health.

The work keeps residents safe and helps them stay as healthy and independent as possible. We value our Nurses and understand how important you are to our residents, their families and our facility.

Qualifications

• Professionals with a valid license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Washington State, or the ability to obtain a valid license prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of people with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• Administer medications and treatments to residents to maintain and improve their overall health.
• Practice infection control concepts.
• Promote a safe environment for our residents.
• Contact physicians and guardians.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Infection control

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

LPN license (WA)

Job description

DSHS YVS Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Yakima Valley School is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse to care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This nurse checks on residents, gives medications, and watches for changes in health. The work keeps residents safe and helps them stay as healthy and independent as possible.

We value our Nurses and understand how important you are to our residents, their families and our facility. Our clients grow stronger and more independent with the help of our skilled nursing staff. Every day, this nurse works closely with doctors, guardians, and a team of other staff. Good nursing care here means fewer health emergencies and better daily life for residents. Nurses on this team see the direct result of their work in the people they care for.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.

Some of what you will do:

• Assess the needs of people with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• Administer medications and treatments to residents to maintain and improve their overall health.
• Practice infection control concepts.
• Promote a safe environment for our residents.
• Contact physicians and guardians.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Who should apply?

Professionals with a valid license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Washington State, or the ability to obtain a valid license prior to employment.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ 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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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.

Questions? Email [e-mail] and reference 05842.

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