WDVA Registered Nurse , Part-Time ; Swing), Washington Soldiers

Registered Nurse 2

Help us continue our mission of "Serving Those Who Served" by providing exceptional, resident-centered care to Washington's Veterans. We are now accepting applications for Registered Nurse 2 at the historic Washington Soldiers Home.

This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step W. Step X has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Updated as of July 1, 2025:
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.

The work schedule will be Friday through Monday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. This position is not eligible for telework.

Here 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 support the delivery of skilled nursing and nursing-related care to vulnerable veteran residents. Under the direction of the RN 3, you will provide clinical treatments, medication administration, and comprehensive documentation while ensuring residents receive dignified, compassionate support with activities of daily living in accordance with current nursing standards. You will also provide leadership and guidance to NAC staff.

If you are interested in making a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families, we encourage you to apply today!

Some of what you'll do:

• 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:

• A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered professional nurse.
• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English to facilitate effective and safe clinical care for residents. This includes sufficient written and verbal communication in English, to facilitate effective and safe clinical care for residents.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis. Experience must be relevant to the position.
• 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:

• Long term care experience.
• 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.

Special Requirements:

• 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. 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 annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis…