WDVA Nursing Assistant Certified LEAD, Full-Time Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

State of Washington; Port Orchard (WA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Washington Veterans Home is seeking a Lead Nursing Assistant Certified to provide skilled, compassionate care and lead a team on the evening swing shift. The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and adherence to standards of practice within a state veterans facility in Port Orchard, Washington.

The position requires CNA certification in Washington, at least one year of experience, and the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Formación

• 1 year of Nursing Assistant experience.
• Must hold valid WA CNA license.
• Proficient in English reading/writing/speaking.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and assist nursing staff during shift.
• Assist with resident care and safety planning.
• Participate in care planning andDocumentation of weights and observations.
• Lead by example to ensure standards of practice are met.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Patient care

Educación

CNA-Certified (WA)

Herramientas

Electronic Health Records

Descripción del empleo

Nursing Assistant Certified LEAD

Full-Time - Permanent Evening Shift

Washington Veterans Home

Are you ready to step into a leadership position and deliver skilled, compassionate care to our nation's heroes at the Washington Veterans Home? Our team is excited to announce we are now accepting applications for two Full-Time, Swing shift LEAD Nursing Assistant Certified Positions!

As a Lead Nursing Assistant Certified, you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Veterans Home in accordance with current standards of practice, and lead by example!

Please Note: The Swing Shift hours are 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, these available positions will have rotating days off. This position is not eligible for telework.

Bring a smile and your vital knowledge to everyone, every day. Connect with your goals and change lives.

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.

Updated as of July 1, 2025: This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027.

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.

Some of what you'll do:

• Audits MDS charting and flow sheets of co-workers on shift.
• Provides input to supervisors on performance of Nursing Assistants.
• Trains new Nursing Assistants to established standards for specific worksite/patient care requirements.
• Ensures a safe, secure work environment, including preventive infection control methods.
• Checks assigned Nursing Assistants Recorded care and observations on resident flow sheets of assigned residents.
• Responsible for documentation of resident’s weights as appropriate.
• Actively participates in the resident’s care plan for the purpose of improving the life and maintain the safety of each resident.
• Assist residents with positioning, transferring, and ambulation.
• Responds to call lights, internal and external emergencies.
• And much more!

Required:

• 1 year of Nursing Assistant experience.
• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Valid Washington state license to practice as a nursing assistant certified.
• Any combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
• 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:

• Long-term care experience.
• Driver's License.
• Current active status on OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) Registry.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and 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 remain current on the OBRA Registry.
• Must maintain a valid NAC license with the Washington State Dept. of Health.
• Must remain current in CPR.
• 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.

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

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.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

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.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

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