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

About the role

Deliver skilled, compassionate care to our nation's heroes at the Washington Veterans Home! Join our team as a Full-Time, Evening Shift, Registered Nurse 2, in scenic Port Orchard, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Maintain healthcare records according to current policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments for residents unable to do their own or monitor self-pour medications of residents.
• Maintain incident log and provide learning experiences and feedback regarding incidents for direct care staff on unit.
• Encourage and empower residents and staff to meet residents' needs and requirements in a respectful and homelike environment.
• Maintain open communication and information-sharing with staff.
• Affirmative Action Statement: This position is not eligible for telework. This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step W. Step X has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington state registered nurse license or unencumbered registered nurse multistate license.
• At least one year of professional nursing experience.
• 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.
• Provide a positive living environment for residents relating to meeting psychosocial needs and document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.

Benefits

Employees 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.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), 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.

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.