Wdva Charge Nurse (Rn2), Days, Full-Time - Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

Please Note: The expected work hours for this position are 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on rotating basis. This position is currently an overtime eligible shift. Incumbent may be required to perform mandatory/involuntary overtime shifts.
*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 honorably discharged Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.

As the Charge Nurse,you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Veterans Home while supervising frontline staff. Your role will champion person-centered care and ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect.
Lend direction and a caring attitude to your patients. Bring a smile and your vital knowledge to everyone, every day. Change lives by applying now!Some of what you will be doing:

• Utilizing rehabilitation techniques and gerontological nursing standards.
• Maintaining health care records according to current policies and procedures.
• Supervising one licensed practical nurse and eight nursing assistants.
• Administering medications and treatments (under physician's orders) for members unable to do their own or monitoring self-pour medications of residents.
• Completing medication administration and treatment plans as ordered by the prescribing health care professional, including transcription of orders, documentation, formulation, and updating of plans of care for the resident on an individualized basis.
• Maintaining incident log and providing learning experiences and feedback regarding incidents for direct care staff on the unit.
• Encouraging and empowering residents and staff to meet residents' needs and requirements in a respectful and homelike environment.
• Maintaining open communication and information sharing with staff in an ongoing manner.
• Assisting with the presentation of training and sharing information with staff.
• Conducting nursing assessments of residents as necessitated by the condition of the resident and on a quarterly basis for the completion of the minimum data set; including diagnostic procedures.
• Assuming responsibility for self-development by awareness of new techniques and medications.
• Serving as a role model for other employees in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and harmonious resident environment while promoting high morale and cooperation.

Required:

• Current, valid Washington State License to practice as a registered nurse OR multistate license (MSL).
• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• 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; ability to plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning for residents when appropriate.
• Ability to document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.

Preferred/Desired:

• One (1) year of professional nursing experience.
• Ability to articulate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care, personal hygiene and sanitation methods, recordkeeping, report preparation, infection control procedures, and resident rights.
• Experience with assessing, evaluating, and participating in the development of appropriate plans of care. Ability to plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning for residents when appropriate. Ability to perform selected nursing procedures.

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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:

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. 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.
• Pass annual TB testing.
• Must maintain a current, valid registered nurse license with Washington State.
• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards.
• Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protective equipment.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• 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.

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.

Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent