DSHS YVS Registered Nurse 2 - RN

ABOUT THE ROLE The Yakima Valley School Residential Habilitation Center is hiring multiple Registered Nurses to provide compassionate and skilled care for adults with developmental disabilities in a supported living setting. You will join an interdisciplinary team dedicated to giving individuals the dignity, safety, and support they deserve, helping them live healthier and more comfortable lives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Administer medications and treatments as prescribed (e.g., enteral feedings, respiratory therapy, skin and bowel care, IM injections) - Assess changes in condition and report concerns to doctors, nurse practitioners, or supervisors - Communicate health updates with family members, guardians, and care teams - Chart medications, treatments, and health details accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) - Document, transcribe, and implement verbal and telephone physician orders - Record observations and important health updates in residents' 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 specify shift preference in application (Night: 9:30 P.M. - 6:00 A.M., Swing: 1:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M., Day: 5:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M., or on-call) - Successful completion of a background check, including criminal record history - Valid driver's license required for state business; liability insurance required if using a privately owned vehicle - Mandatory disclosure of any relatives, household members, close friends, or romantic partners within the potential supervisory chain of command per DSHS Nepotism Policy SELECTION PROCESS - Applications will be reviewed to determine applicant suitability and competence - Background check results will be considered in the final hiring decision - This job announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies HOW TO APPLY - Submit an application through the official State of Washington jobs portal before the closing date - Indicate your preferred shifts within the application - For questions, contact DSHS Recruiter Georgina Pringle at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 2026-05918 - Closing Date: 9/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Location: Yakima County – Selah, WA - Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services (Division: DDA) - Job Number: 2026-05918 - Shift differentials are provided for Evening and Night shifts in addition to the standard compensation rate - Roles performed on-site at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay - The State of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fairness, access, and social justice - E-Verify participating employer