WDVA Licensed Practical Nurse 2, On-Call, Washington Veterans Home

About the role

Here is your chance to start your 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 On-Call Licensed Practical Nurse 2 positions at the Washington Veterans Home in scenic Port Orchard, Washington!

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.