Home health nurse - veteran care

Walla Walla Veterans Home
Deliver skilled, compassionate care to our nation's heroes at the Walla Walla Veterans Home! Our team is excited to announce we are now hiring an on-call

Registered Nurse 2
Walla Walla Veterans Home
Deliver skilled, compassionate care to our nation's heroes at the Walla Walla Veterans Home! Our team is excited to announce we are now hiring an on‑call Registered Nurse 2!

This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step W. This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027.

"Shifts for on‑call staff are scheduled on a rotational basis. The on call expectations for this position requires that staff be available for at least four (4) full shifts per month. This position is not eligible for telework.

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 nearly 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 Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.

As a Registered Nurse 2 , you will oversee NACs assigned to your section as related to activities for daily living. Direct and supervise the care provided by nursing personnel in the assigned area.

Coordinate assignment of staff to residents and provide direction and information via accurate communication of current resident status and care needs.

Perform on‑the‑job training to newly hired staff.

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.

Coordinate communication and unit activities between the physician, social worker, psychologists, RN3s, and NACs concerning nursing care and agency policies.

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.

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.

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.

Must maintain a valid RN license.

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.

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 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.

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This position is represented by the Washington State Nurses Association.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. 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. 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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.

Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

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.

Employees and their families 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,

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