What are the responsibilities and job description for the WDVA Resident Care Manager (RN3), Full-Time, Permanent, Washington Soldiers Home position at State of Washington Dept. of Veterans Affairs?
Description
We are excited to announce this promotional opportunity for a full-time Resident Care Manager, Registered Nurse 3 position at our historic Washington Soldiers Home in Orting, Washington!
Please Note:The expected hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step T. Step U has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules".
Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for facilities open twenty-four hours per day. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025.
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 more than 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 the RN3 - Resident Care Manager Day Shift Supervisor, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services (DNS), you will provide professional nursing services and have oversight in the delivery of nursing and nursing-related care to residents of the Washington Soldiers Home with direct supervision to frontline staff.
Bring your experience and passion for our mission, and apply today!
Duties
Some of what you'll do:
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Coordinate assignments of staff to residents, provide direction and information via accurate
communication of current resident status and care needs to the staff. -
Participate in Nursing Management team activities that include development, review, revision and
implementation of department, facility and nursing policies and procedures, infection control,
improving nursing organizational performance, investigations, incident follow-up and any function that
contributes to quality care of the residents. - Promotes resident autonomy and control over everyday matters.
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Maintains standards and character within areas of supervision and ensures the physical integrity of
the areas through regular-ongoing observations, timely maintenance requests and resident and staff
education and monitoring. -
Provides input for care conferences. Uses nursing judgment and knowledge to present and evaluate
options for meeting residents’ needs. - Manages the outcomes of care conferences on assigned areas of care.
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Ensures clear, consistent documentation of resident care to meet facility standards, state and federal
regulations. Ensures adherence and application of agency and facility policy and procedure. -
Oversee reporting of incidents ensures prompt, thorough initial investigation of incidents in compliance
with regulations. Communicates and works with investigations nurse to ensure thorough
investigations. Assists in the development of action plans to respond to findings. -
Reviews and understands MDS reports. Determines necessary follow up on areas of concerns
through regular review of MDS acuity reports. - Coordinates efforts to maintain residents’ skin integrity.
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Coordinates Licensed Nurses efforts to complete medication administration in accordance with
physicians’ orders, facility policy, and state/federal regulations. -
Responsible for job performance evaluations for all Registered and Licensed staff and supports
Licensed staff in supervising, guiding, counseling and job performance evaluation for Nursing
Assistants. - And much more!
Qualifications
Required:
- A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered professional nurse.
- Two (2) years of professional nursing experience.
- Strong clinical skills and long-term knowledge, including all regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to articulate accurate methods and practices of nursing and restorative care; personal hygiene and sanitation
- methods, record keeping, report preparation, infection control procedures and resident rights.
Preferred/Desired:
- Supervisory nursing experience.
- Bachelor's degree involving major study in nursing.
- Three years of professional nursing experience preferably in Long Term Care.
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 have the ability to speak, read, and write in the English language for medical charts and data entry.
- 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.
Supplemental Information
Application Process:
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 Washington State Nurses Association.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information please contact us at: recruiters@dva.wa.gov.
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.
