What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS Lakeland Village Licensed Practical Nurse 2 position at State of Washington?
DSHS Lakeland Village Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2
Join our team at Lakeland Village as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and make a real impact!
In this empowering role, you’ll support individuals with cognitive disabilities, contributing to our campus-wide mission of fostering self-respect, dignity, and a sense of individual worth. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that values every person as a vital member of our community.
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
See why people like you chose careers with DSHS:
What makes us an employer of choice for Licensed Practical Nurses:
- Outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and retirement
- Career development and promotional opportunities
- Multiple shift availability and additional income through overtime hours and/or shift premium
- We are a community-driven campus with a culture of collaboration
Some of what you'll be doing:
Provide treatment and nursing care for people who have developmental disabilities and/or other neurological, physiological, or behavioral health disorders
- Assist in developing and managing Individual Habilitation Plans for residents and clients to help improve and maintain health
- Implement care plans, administer medications, and assist the physician and other medical staff with treatments and exams
Who should apply:
Professionals with a valid Washington state license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse or the ability to obtain a valid license prior to employment.
What we're looking for:
- Proven ability to apply practical nursing principles and concepts
- Skill in performing and interpreting basic physical and treatment techniques
- Excellent interpersonal relations and communications skills
All shifts are open. Please select those you are interested in within the Supplemental Questions. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. Interviews are scheduled frequently.
Questions? If you have any questions, you are encouraged to contact Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov OR call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference job number 12414.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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Salary : $4,987 - $6,705
