WYCA Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Position: WYCA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Do you want to join a dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of Washington's youth?

Have you ever wanted to be a School Nurse, Camp Nurse or a Clinic Nurse? Why Choose One?! As a WYCA LPN you can step into a dynamic role that seamlessly blends the most engaging and rewarding aspects of school, camp and clinic nursing environments. This unique position offers unparalleled variety and the chance to make an impact across diverse community settings.

Come join our team and experience the best about being a Licensed Practical Nurse - working one on one with students aged 15 to 19; assessing their basic first aid needs; educating them on their health and encouraging them to be their best self while working with a great team who all support each student's efforts to succeed! If you're looking for a role that combines broad experience with deep satisfaction, this is your opportunity....this

is your team!

We invite you to apply for the position of Washington Youth Challe

NGe Academy (WYCA) Licensed Practical Nurse where you will work in a diverse, inclusive, team-oriented environment while helping at-risk youth get their lives back on track.

Under the general direction of the WYCA Registered Nurse, this position will assist with monitoring and delivering healthcare and wellness management to the at-risk youth (student Cadets) who are participating in the WYCA program.

The salary shown does not include eligibility for on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium pay or a shift differential for evening shift work.

Click on the video below to see some of our amazing Cadets!

This job posting will remain open until filled. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and will be on-going.  It is in the applicants' best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible.  The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.

ABOUT THE YOUTH CHALLENGE PROGRAM

Who we are:

The WYCA was established under the authority and guidelines of the National Guard Youth Challe

NGe Program.  This is a voluntary program which includes a 22-week residential phase followed by a 24-month post-residential phase. The purpose of the program is to provide a highly disciplined, safe and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and become responsible and productive citizens of the State of Washington.  The National Guard Challe

NGe Program is one of the most successful alternative education programs designed for high school dropouts or youth that are not progressing in a traditional high school setting and has graduated over 215,000+ Cadets to date.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department and the Washington Youth Challe

NGe Academy visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-academy

What makes WYCA a great place to work?

* Work that matters-building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!

* The opportunity to provide student education and support to at-risk youth in our community!

* NO overnight shifts! NO unpredictable working conditions!

* CONSISTENT WORK SCHEDULE!

* Leadership that empowers and supports employees

* A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days.  Visithttp://careers.wa.gov/benefits.htmlfor more information.

* Tuition Discount! Washington State Employees are eligible for a 10% tuition discount with Western Governors University (WGU) for Bachelor's & Master's Degree programs in Business;
Information Technology;
Healthcare and Education.

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

* Support for employee growth and development

Some of what you'll be doing:

* Assist the Registered Nurse with the coordination of the WYCA Health Center programs and services for a 24/7 residential program for at-risk youth, including health center operations, sick call, coordinating Cadet medical care, security, medication administration, overall wellness, and health & hygiene education.

* Act as a secondary resource for Cadet's physical health and wellness management strategies.

A valid Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

OR

Recent graduate of a formal education program who is awaiting the results of the licensing examination or applicant with license from another state. Must have a Washington State issued temporary permit. Failure to obtain a license shall result in immediate termination from the position by the appointing authority.

AND

An Associates Degree in Nursing

Special Requirements :
Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the state of Washington as an LPN. In addition, employee will be required to maintain CME credits sufficient to maintain license.

Preferred/Desired

Qualifications:

Education/

Experience:

* Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field

* One year's experience working as an LPN in a…