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WDVA Registered Nurse 2, NOC Shift, Full-Time - Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

State of Washington • Full-time • Kitsap County - Port Orchard, WA • $83,040 - $132,780 / year • 3d ago

Registered Nurse 2

Full-Time -Permanent

NOC Shift

Washington Veterans Home

Attention all night owls! Our team is excited to announce we are now hiring for a full-time, night shift Registered Nurse 2 at the Washington Veterans Home!

Please Note:The expected schedule for this position is 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on a rotating basis.

*This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step T. Step U has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for facilities open twenty-four hours per day. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025.

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. 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 Registered Nurse 2, you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Veterans Home and supervise frontline staff Your role is critical to the promotion of person-centered care and ensuring residents are treated with dignity and respect.Some of what you'll do:

Possess good rehabilitation techniques and gerontological nursing standards that are to be used.
Maintain healthcare records according to current policies and procedures.
Under physicians' orders, administer medications and treatments for members unable to do their own or monitor self-pour medications of residents.
Responsible for the completion of medication administration and treatment completion as ordered by the prescribing healthcare professional, including transcription of orders, documentation, formulation, and updating of plans of care for the resident on an individualized basis.
Maintain incident log and provide learning experiences and feedback regarding incidents for direct care staff on the unit.
Encourage and empower residents and staff to meet residents' needs and requirements in a respectful and homelike environment.
Help present training and share information with team/staff.
Assume responsibility for self-development by awareness of new techniques and medications.
And more!

*Complete Position Description available upon request*

Required:

Valid Washington State Registered Nurse license OR unencumbered Registered Nurse multistate license.
Possess accurate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care, personal hygiene and sanitation methods, recordkeeping, report preparation, infection control procedures, and resident rights.
Ability to:
- Assess, evaluate, and participate in the development of appropriate plans of care.
- Plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning for residents when appropriate and perform selected nursing procedures.
- Speak, read, and write in English language for medical charts and performing data entry.
- Provide a positive living environment for residents relating to meeting psychosocial needs and document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.

Preferred/Desired:

Valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
One (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse.
Long-term care experience.

Special Requirements:

Must be able 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.
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.
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 obtain and maintain a current CPR/BLS certification.
Must have the ability to speak, read, and write in the English language for medical charts and data entry.
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.

Check out this awesome video here to see what it is like to work for the WDVA!

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:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. 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 State Nurses Association.

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. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.

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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 (360) 725-2183. 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 recruiters@dva.wa.gov.

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