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Form of workPlease Note: The expected shift for this position is 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on a rotating schedule.
*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.
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 Nursing Assistant Lead, you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Veterans Home and mentor newly assigned Nursing Assistants. You will also assist and/or supervise assigned residents with activities of daily living and promote person-centered care to ensure our residents are treated with dignity and respect.
If you want to make a difference in the lives of Veterans and their Families, apply now!Some of what you will be doing:- Providing assistance to residents with activities of daily living (i.e., bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, toileting, and eating).
- Assisting residents with positioning, transferring, and ambulation.
- Ensuring a safe and secure working environment, including preventive infection control methods.
- Recording care, vital signs, and observations in residents' clinical chart.
- Caring for resident's personal clothing, belongings, and equipment.
- Assisting with range of motion exercises, practicing infection control techniques, and observing and reporting to licensed personnel changes in resident condition and skin condition.
Required:
- High school diploma
- Current, valid Washington State Nursing Assistant Certification.
- Six (6) months of experience involving customer service in a healthcare setting OR six (6) months of experience involving direct patient care.
- Current active status on Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act Registry.
Desired:
- Long-term nursing care experience.
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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.
- Must comply with health screening requirements by undergoing a tuberculosis skin test.
- Must remain current in CPR after hire.
- Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.
- 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 Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
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
