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

State of Washington; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and basic life

Flexible spending account

Long-term disability insurance

Dependent care assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Job summary

Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard, WA, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse 2 for full‑time permanent work on Day and Evening shifts.

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) seeks dedicated nurses to provide resident‑centered care with dignity and respect to heroes who served. Competitive pay reflects longevity steps and state compensation rules.

Qualifications

• Current WA state practical nurse license or unencumbered practical nurse multistate license.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Familiarity with WDVA policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, carry out, evaluate, and revise treatment plans for residents based on observations and physician input.
• Pass medications, administer treatments, monitor resident condition and document changes.
• Suction patients, administer oxygen, catheterization, IV therapies, and related care as needed.
• Process physician orders and assist with routine rehabilitative activities.

Skills

English proficiency

WA Practical Nurse license

Job description

Description

Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Full‑Time, Permanent

Day & Swing Shifts

Washington Veterans Home

Here is your chance to start your full‑time career as a Washington State employee and Serve America’s heroes with your medical expertise! Our team is excited to announce we are now accepting applications for Full‑Time, Permanent Licensed Practical Nurse 2 positions at the Washington Veterans Home in scenic Port Orchard, Washington!

Please Note: This recruitment is for Full‑Time Permanent positions on varied Shifts (Days and Evenings) as available.

• This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules. This salary range reflects increases effective July 1st, 2026.

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 nearly 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. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.

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.

Duties

• 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.
• And so much more!

Qualifications

Required

• Current Washington state practical nurse license or unencumbered practical nurse multistate license.
• Ability to:
• Demonstrate proficiency in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
• Perform data entry; maintain confidentiality; provide a positive living environment for residents relating to meeting psychosocial needs; follow written and verbal directions; document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.
• Agency Required Competencies for all positions:
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired

• Washington state practical nurse 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. 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 position.
• 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 wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
• 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. Employee must also be able to push or pull with sufficient strength and walk, sit, and bend in an unrestricted manner during the entire workday.
• Must maintain a valid practical nursing license and provide from the State of Washington Department of Health.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in‑service, and other required training.
• Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• 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.

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits
  • Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  • Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  • To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  • Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  • Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  • The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
• Retirement And Deferred Compensation
  • State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems’ web site.
  • Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
• Social Security
  • All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Holidays
  • Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  • Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  • Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 non‑overtime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  • Part‑time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
• Sick Leave
  • Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  • Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
• Vacation (Annual Leave)
  • Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 non‑overtime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  • Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment.
  • Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  • As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
• Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
• Military Leave
  • Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
• Bereavement Leave
  • Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
• Additional Leave
  • Leave Sharing
  • Parental Leave
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Leave Without Pay
• Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
• Updated 01‑07‑2026