WDVA Registered Nurse 2, On-Call, Walla Walla Veterans Home

About the role

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. This salary range reflects increases effective July 1st, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the care provided by nursing personnel in the assigned area.
• Cookordination assignment of staff to residents and provide direction and information via accurate communication of current resident status and care needs.
• Plan, oversee, and evaluate work.
• Assist the physician with physical examinations, techniques, and procedures.
• Examine residents to determine their need for medical care.
• Complete medication administration and treatment completion as ordered by the prescribing healthcare professional.
• Oversee the administration of medications.
• Cookordinate communication and unit activities between the physician, social worker, psychologists, RN3s, and NACs concerning nursing care and agency policies.
• And more!

Qualifications

• Current Washington state registered nurse license or unencumbered registered nurse multistate licensure.
• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired

• One (1) year of professional nursing experience.
• Long-term care experience.
• Articulate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care; personal hygiene and sanitation methods, recordkeeping, infection control procedures, and resident rights.
• Experience in assessing, evaluating, and participating in the development of appropriate plans of care and plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning for residents when appropriate.

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.
• 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 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 obtain and maintain a current CPR/BLS certification.
• Sign the confidentiality statement for employees and maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.

Supplemental Information

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