WDVA Licensed Practical Nurse , Evening Shift Non-, Washington Soldiers

Position Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse 2 – Evening Shift, Full-Time – Non-Permanent at Washington Soldiers Home, Orting, Washington.

Here is your chance to get your foot in the door as a Washington state employee! Join our team as a full‑time Licensed Practical Nurse 2 and make a meaningful impact serving our residents. In this role you will deliver compassionate, resident‑centered care to veterans at the Washington Soldiers Home.

Please note: The expected shift is 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Thursday through Monday. The position is paid within the assigned Step L;
Step M is the longevity step and is not published.

Updated as of July 1, 2025:
This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 facilities. The premium expires on June 29, 2027.

• Administer medications and treatments for a wing of residents or monitor self‑administered medications.
• Process physician orders and assist with routine rehabilitative and maintenance care.
• Prepare, carry out, evaluate, record, and revise treatment and interdisciplinary care plans for individual residents based on observations and recommendations from physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other nurses.
• Facilitate care as directed by Nursing Care and Regulations of Health Professions and Facility Policies and Procedures.
• Accurately obtain and record vital signs and other resident data; document intake and output records.
• Perform duties as charge nurse in the absence of the RN2.
• And more!

• Current Washington state registered nurse license or unencumbered registered nurse multistate license.
• Proficiency in the English language; able to read, write, and speak English.
• Valid LPN license.

• Long‑term care experience.

• Pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check before starting and every two (2) years per WDVA Policy 615.000.
• Comply with annual Tuberculin Screening per DVA policy 670.000.
• Undergo medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.; reach a minimum of 36 inches; push or pull with sufficient strength; walk, sit, and bend unrestrictedly throughout the workday.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Become familiar with and comply with all DVA policies, procedures, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver’s license and be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

Top candidates will be contacted directly for an interview. Please include the following documents with your application:

• A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
• A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
• At least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

A position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees. For Veterans Preference, attach a copy of your DD‑214, NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter. Blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, contact recruiters.gov.

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. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.