WDVA Licensed Practical Nurse , On-Call, Washington Veterans

Overview

Washington Veterans Home Here is your chance to start your career as a Washington State employee and serve America's heroes with your medical expertise. We are accepting applications for On-Call Licensed Practical Nurse 2 positions at the Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard, WA.

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.

Some Of What You ll Do

• Prepare, carry out, evaluate, and revise treatment plans for individual residents based on observations and recommendations from 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 other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Current Washington state practical nurse license or unencumbered practical nurse multistate license.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in English (read, write, and speak).
• Ability to perform data entry; maintain confidentiality; provide a positive living environment for residents; follow written and verbal directions; document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.

Preferred/Desirable:

• Washington state practical nurse license preferred.
• Long-term care experience and/or one year of experience as a practical nurse.
• Understanding of nursing and restorative care practices, personal hygiene and sanitation, recordkeeping, infection control, and client rights.
• Experience in assessing, evaluating, and participating in development of plans of care.

• Must pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000.
• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by safety standards. Must be able to wear respirator and PPE as required.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs and reach 36 inches to stock shelves and access supplies; able to push/pull, and move during the workday.
• Must maintain a valid practical nursing license from the State of Washington.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Must complete mandatory orientation and annual trainings.
• Must comply with all DVA policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver s license and be insured if driving a state vehicle.
• Candidates offered a job must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Application Process

Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview. Please identify knowledge, skills, and abilities addressing mandatory and desirable qualifications in your application.

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 at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

• 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 or other verified service documentation to their application. For assistance, contact recruiters.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an alternative format for this announcement, please call . TTY users should call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

Questions If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact recruiters.gov.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical (vision), dental, and basic life insurance, retirement programs, flexible spending accounts, and more. Details vary by appointment type; view the job posting for benefits details.

Note:

Some benefits vary by position type and are subject to change. For more information, please visit the State HR and WDVA resources.