WDVA Registered Nurse , Perm; swing), Spokane Veterans

Job Overview

Registered Nurse 2 – Full Time-Permanent (swing) – Spokane Veterans Home – Spokane, WA.

Hours:

Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm.

Help us fulfill our mission of "Serving Those Who Served" by providing essential quality of life care for Veterans. As a Registered Nurse 2, you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing‑related care to vulnerable Veterans, lend direction and a caring attitude to patients, and monitor residents with activities of daily living based on current nursing standards of practice.

• 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.
• Assist in the presentation of training materials to staff.
• Perform 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.
• Assume responsibility for self‑development by awareness of new techniques and medications.
• Make rounds on a regular basis to ensure compliance with expectations of the unit.
• Hold the staffing book as assigned.
• And more!

Required:

• Currently holds a valid RN license from the State of Washington.
• One year of professional nursing experience.
• Must be able to use accurate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care; personal hygiene and sanitation methods, record keeping, report preparation, infection control procedures and resident rights.
• Must be able to assess, evaluate, and participate in the development of appropriate plans of care. Plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning for residents when appropriate. Perform selected nursing procedures.
• Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
• Agency required competencies for all positions:
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired:

• One year of experience as an RN.
• Must be able to provide a positive living environment for residents relating to meeting psychosocial needs; follow written and verbal directions; document and report observed changes in patient condition and behavior.
• Must be able to earn trust, respect and confidence of residents, coworkers and customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions. Serve as an effective and positive role model to staff.
• Long‑term care experience.

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check 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 Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards.
• Remain current on CPR.
• Must be able to lift up 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 maintain a valid practical nursing license from the State of Washington Department of Health.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Must successfully complete, within mandated time frames, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in‑service, and other required training.
• Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver’s license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle…