DSHS YVS Registered Nurse 2 - RN

ABOUT THE ROLE The Department of Social and Health Services is hiring multiple Registered Nurses for the Yakima Valley School Residential Habilitation Center in Selah, WA. This role involves providing compassionate and skilled care for adults with developmental disabilities in a supported living setting as part of an interdisciplinary team. Multiple shifts are available including day, swing, night, and on-call, with shift differentials and a potential 5% premium pay for on-site work. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Administer medications and treatments such as enteral feedings, respiratory therapy, skin and bowel care, and IM injections - Assess changes in patient condition and report concerns to doctors, nurse practitioners, or supervisors - Communicate health updates with family members, guardians, and care teams - Accurately chart medications, treatments, and health details in the Electronic Health Record - Document, transcribe, and implement verbal and telephone physician orders - Record observations and important health updates in clinical records - Assist in different units around the campus as assigned - Respond appropriately to emergency situations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State - Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing - One year of professional nursing experience or college level nursing education SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Must pass a background check including criminal record history prior to hire - Must possess a valid driver's license and liability insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business - Must disclose any relatives, household members, close friends, or romantic partners within the potential supervisory chain of command to comply with nepotism policies SELECTION PROCESS - A background check will be conducted to determine suitability and competence - This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies HOW TO APPLY - Submit your application by August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time - For questions, contact DSHS Recruiter Georgina Pringle at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 2026-05918 - Applicants requiring accommodation can contact the recruiter at (360) 725-5810 or use the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: State of Washington, Department of Social and Health Services, DDA Division - Location: Yakima County, Selah, WA - Job Type: Various Job Types - Job Number: 2026-05918 - Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participant