WDVA Nursing Assistant Certified Washington Veterans

Overview

WDVA Nursing Assistant Certified, Full-Time, Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

Deliver skilled, compassionate care to our nation's heroes at the Washington Veterans Home. This recruitment will be used to fill positions on multiple shifts as they are available on day, evening, and night shifts.

As a Nursing Assistant Certified, you will assist in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Veterans Home in accordance with current standards of practice. Shifts available will have rotating days off.

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene care, toileting, eating, and assisting with the monitoring/feeding of meals and nourishments.
• Assist with range of motion exercises, practice infection control techniques, and observe for and report changes in resident condition to licensed personnel.
• Accurately obtain and record vital signs and other resident data.
• Document intake and output records.
• Perform basic nursing procedures such as applying anti-embolism stockings, applying creams or lotion to intact skin, etc.
• Dispose of contaminated waste as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and harmonious environment.
• Clean bedpans, washbasins, urinals, commodes, beds, night stands, and over bed tables.
• And more.

Required:

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Valid Washington state license to practice as a nursing assistant certified.
• Six (6) months of experience involving customer service in a healthcare setting or six (6) months of experience involving direct patient care. A combination of education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis. Experience must be relevant to the position.
• 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.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents.
• Proficient in English (read, write, and speak).

Preferred/Desired:

• Long-term care experience.

Special Requirements:

• Background checks as required by WDVA policy; must pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two years.
• Comply with annual Tuberculin Screening and other safety requirements as applicable.
• Ability to wear required protective equipment and lift up to 60 lbs; tolerance for standing, walking, and reaching as needed.
• Must remain current on OBRA Registry, have a valid NAC license with the Washington State Dept. of Health, and maintain CPR certification.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and complete mandatory trainings and orientation.
• Travel positions require a valid unrestricted driver's license and vehicle insurance if driving on state business.
• Candidates must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.

WDVA is committed to serving veterans and their families, with locations including Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. This job posting is part of WDVA’s ongoing recruitment efforts.