What are the responsibilities and job description for the WDVA Registered Nurse 3, Neighborhood Coordinator, Full-Time Permanent, Washington Veterans Home position at State of Washington?
Neighborhood Coordinator
Full-Time, Day Shift
Washington Veterans 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.Please Note:The work schedule for this position is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This position is not eligible for telework.
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.
- Coordinates assignments of staff to residents, provide direction and information via accurate communication of current resident status and care needs to staff.
- Participates in Nursing Management team activities.
- Develop, review, revision, and implementation of department, facility, and nursing policies and procedures.
- Promotes resident autonomy and control over everyday matters.
- Attend care conferences and provide input.
- Oversees reporting of incidents, ensures prompt and thorough initial investigations of incidents in compliance with regulations.
- Coordinates Licensed Nurses efforts to complete medication administration.
- Providing counseling and guidance, learning experiences, and job performance evaluations for the direct care staff on unit.
- Monitoring attendance of staff; addressing concerns as needed.
- Ensuring the highest caliber of long-term care provided to the residents as evidenced in outcome measures.
- Overseeing reporting of incidents, ensures prompt, thorough initial investigation of incidents in compliance with regulations.
- Overseeing quality assurance and infection control in areas of supervision.
- Assisting in the admission and discharge process of residents and ongoing care of residents.
- Assisting residents with positioning, transferring, and ambulation.
- Current and valid RN license from the State of Washington.
- Three years’ experience as an RN.
- Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
- Bachelor's degree involving major study in nursing.
- Supervisory 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.
- 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.
The top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
- This position is represented by the WSNA.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here 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.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
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 (360) 725-2183. 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 recruiters@dva.wa.gov.
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