WDVA Resident Care Manager, RN3, On-Call, Walla Walla Veterans Home

• Coordinate assignments of staff to residents and provide direction and information via accurate communication of current resident status and care needs to 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 residents.
• Ensure clear, consistent documentation of resident care.
• Ensure adherence and application of agency and facility policy and procedure and assist in policy and procedure development and identification of related training requirements.
• Promote resident autonomy and control over everyday matters such as when to get up, food choices, and other significant activities.
• Maintain standards and character within areas of supervision and ensure the physical integrity of the areas through regular, ongoing observations, timely maintenance requests, and resident and staff education and monitoring.
• Attend care conferences and provide input.
• Oversee reporting of incidents and ensure prompt, thorough initial investigation of incidents in compliance with regulations.
• Supervise RNs, LPNs, NACs and/or other staff including interviewing and recommending selection of applicants, training employees, acting upon leave requests, conducting annual performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary action.
• Monitor subordinate staff's attendance and meet with them regularly.
• And more!

• Valid Washington state registered nurse license or unencumbered registered nurse multistate license.
• Two (2) years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Must:

• Have strong clinical skills and long-term care knowledge, including all regulatory requirements.
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to coordinate, delegate, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write and speak English.
• Be able to articulate accurate methods of practices of nursing and restorative care; personal hygiene and sanitation methods, recordkeeping, report preparation, infection control procedures, and resident rights.

• Supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree involving major study in nursing.
• Three (3) years of professional nursing experience, preferably in long-term care.

• 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.
• Must maintain a valid RN license.
• 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 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 obtain and maintain a current CPR/BLS certification.
• Must have the ability to:

• Observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Develop and/or present orientation or training programs, mentorship, and provide ongoing learning to staff.
• Direct and coordinate the work of nursing staff, set priorities, delegate, collaborate, and develop and maintain professional, collaborative relationships with other care providers.
• Demonstrate verbal communication skills - ability to explain complex issues and employ good listening skills.
• Demonstrate proficient writing skills - ability to compose technically correct and valid written procedures, evaluations, inspection tools; ability to clearly explain information in writing.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for employees and maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
• 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.

• This position is represented by the Washington State Nurses Association.

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