WDVA Licensed Practical Nurse 2, Evening Shift, Full-Time - Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

State of Washington; Port Orchard, Washington (WA, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse 2 to join their dedicated team at the Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard. This full-time position offers the opportunity to serve and care for our nation's heroes, ensuring they receive the respect and quality care they deserve. You'll be responsible for creating and implementing personalized treatment plans, administering medications, and supporting residents in their daily activities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of Veterans and thrive in a supportive environment, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Washington State practical nurse license.
• Experience in long-term care and nursing standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care to Veterans at the Washington Veterans Home.
• Administer medications and monitor residents' health conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Nursing Standards

Communication Skills

Rehabilitation Care

Education

Current Washington State practical nurse license

Long-term care experience

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Full-Time - Permanent

Evening Shift

Washington Veterans Home

Serve America's heroes with your medical expertise! Our team is excited to announce we are now accepting applications for a full-time, evening shift Licensed Practical Nurse 2 at the Washington Veterans Home in scenic Port Orchard, Washington!

Please Note:The expected work hours for this position are rotating days from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on a rotating basis.

At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse 2, you will provide resident-centered care and ensure that our Veterans at the Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard are provided a safe and healthy space, treated with dignity and respect, and have care suited to their personal needs. You will also assist and monitor assigned residents with activities of daily living based on current nursing standards of practice and with a heart for our mission.

Some of what you'll do:

• Prepare, carry out, evaluate, and revise treatment plans for individual residents based on personal observations and recommendations of physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and/or other nurses.
• Pass medications and administer, monitor, and record treatments, assess resident condition (including skin assessment), and promote resident participation in recreational activities.
• Suction patients, administer oxygen, catheterization, irrigation; administer IV solutions, colostomy and trach care; maintain gastric feeding tubes and pumps.
• Process physician orders.
• Assist with routine rehabilitative and maintenance care.

*Complete Position Description available upon request*

Required:

• Current Washington State practical nurse license or unencumbered practical nurse multistate license.

Preferred/Desired:

• Washington State practical nursing license preferred.
• Long-term care experience and/or one (1) year of experience as a practical nurse.
• Understanding of accurate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care; personal hygiene and sanitation methods, recordkeeping, report preparation, infection control procedures, and client rights.
• Experience in assessing, evaluating, and participating in the development of appropriate plans of care.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and be capable of reaching a minimum of 36" using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write in the English language for medical charts and data entry.
• Must maintain a valid practical nursing license and provide from the State of Washington Department of Health.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

Application Process:

Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
• A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other Information:

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call [phone]. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at [e-mail].