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Nursing Assistant Certified On-Call Washington Veterans HomeServe America's heroes with your caregiving expertise! Our team is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for on-call Nursing Assistants at the historic Washington Veterans Home in beautiful Port Orchard, Washington!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 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. Bring a smile and your vital knowledge to everyone, every day. Connect with your goals and change lives by applying now!Some of What You'll Do: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 stocking, 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:A combination of education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis. Experience must be relevant to the position.Valid Washington state license to practice as a nursing assistant certified.Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.Active status on Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) Registry.Ability to: Perform data entry.Maintain confidentiality at all times.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.Demonstrate proficiency in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.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.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 Testing.Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and be capable of reaching a minimum of 36" using proper technique to stock shelves and access supplies. Employee must also be able to push or pull with sufficient strength and walk, sit, and bend in an unrestricted manner during the entire workday.Must remain current on the OBRA Registry.Must maintain a valid NAC license with the Washington State Dept. of Health.Must remain current in CPR.Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EmployerHere at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. 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. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call . TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at
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port orchard, WA, 98366, US
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