WDVA Registered Nurse 2, Full-Time Permanent (Swing), Washington Soldiers Home

State of Washington•Pierce County – Orting, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a full-time, permanent Registered Nurse 2 at the Washington Soldiers Home. The role supports skilled nursing and nursing-related care for veteran residents. Under the direction of an RN 3, the nurse provides clinical treatments, administers medications, documents care, supports residents with activities of daily living, and helps ensure dignified, compassionate care in accordance with current nursing standards. The role also provides leadership and guidance to NAC staff. This position is onsite and follows a Tuesday–Saturday schedule from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. It is not eligible for telework. The position is represented by the Washington State Nursing Association. A supplemental basic shift premium for eligible direct-care hours is described as effective July 1, 2025, and scheduled to expire June 29, 2027.

Requirements

Valid Washington State license to practice as a registered professional nurse; the license must be maintained.
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently for effective and safe clinical care.
Relevant education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis.
Ability to use accurate nursing and restorative-care methods and practices, personal hygiene and sanitation methods, record keeping, report preparation, infection-control procedures, and resident-rights practices.
Ability to assess and evaluate residents and participate in developing appropriate plans of care.
Ability to plan, implement, and document appropriate discharge planning when applicable.
Ability to perform selected nursing procedures.
Pass a DSHS BCCU background check before beginning services and every two years thereafter, in accordance with WDVA policy.
Comply with annual tuberculin screening.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and reach a minimum of 36 inches using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies.
Ability to push or pull with sufficient strength and to walk, sit, and bend without restriction throughout the workday.
Complete medical evaluation, fit testing, and training, and use respiratory protection as required by applicable safety standards.
Ability to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other required personal protective equipment.
Obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS certification.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
Successfully complete employee orientation and required annual, in-service, and other training within mandated timeframes.
Become familiar with and comply with DVA policies and procedures and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sign the employee confidentiality statement.
Possess work authorization that does not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Long-term care experience.
One year of professional nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain healthcare records according to current policies and procedures.
Administer medications and treatments for residents unable to manage them independently, or monitor residents’ self-pour medications.
Maintain an incident log and provide direct-care staff with learning experiences and feedback regarding incidents.
Encourage and empower residents and staff to meet residents’ needs in a respectful, homelike environment.
Maintain open communication and share information with staff.
Assist with presenting training materials to staff.
Conduct resident nursing assessments as needed based on residents’ conditions and quarterly for Minimum Data Set completion.
Pursue self-development by staying aware of new techniques and medications.
Make regular rounds to ensure compliance with unit expectations.
Hold the staffing book as assigned.
Provide clinical treatments, comprehensive documentation, and support with activities of daily living.
Provide leadership and guidance to NAC staff.
Assess and evaluate residents and participate in developing appropriate plans of care.
Plan, implement, and document discharge planning when appropriate.
Perform selected nursing procedures.