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DSHS Lakeland Village License Practical Nurse 2

State of Washington

Dept. of Social and Health Services

Fresh

Location

Washington, 98504

Salary

$5,137 - $6,906

per month

Closes

February 16, 2026More State jobs →

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a Licensed Practical Nurse at a residential center in Washington state, where you'll provide hands-on care to people with developmental disabilities and health challenges, helping them stay healthy and comfortable.

You'll work with a team to create and follow personalized care plans, give medications, and support daily well-being in a supportive community setting.

It's a great fit for compassionate nurses who enjoy teamwork, flexible shifts, and making a real difference in others' lives.

Key Requirements

  • Valid Washington state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or ability to obtain one before starting
  • Ability to apply practical nursing principles and best practices
  • Proficiency in performing and interpreting basic physical assessments and treatment techniques
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for compassionate, person-centered care
  • Experience providing treatment and nursing care for individuals with developmental disabilities or neurological/behavioral health disorders
  • Capability to assist in developing and managing Individual Habilitation Plans
  • Willingness to work on-site at least three days a week and flexibility for various shifts

Full Job Description

DSHS Lakeland Village Licensed Practical Nurse 2 (LPN2)

Join the team at Lakeland Village Residential Habilitation Center in Medical Lake as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 and make a meaningful impact.

In this rewarding role, you’ll provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals with cognitive disabilities, supporting their health, well-being, and dignity.

As part of a dedicated team, you’ll help foster a collaborative environment where inclusion, respect, and empowerment are at the core of everything we do. 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.

See why people like you chose careers with DSHS:

Located just 25 minutes southwest of downtown Spokane, in the welcoming town of Medical Lake, Lakeland Village RHC offers more than just a job—it offers community.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, access to an onsite fitness center, convenient regional transit options, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

What makes us an employer of choice for Licensed Practical Nurses:

  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Flexible scheduling with multiple shifts and additional income potential through overtime and shift premiums
  • A collaborative, community-focused campus culture

Who should apply:

  • Professionals with a valid Washington state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or those who can obtain the license prior to employment.

What we're looking for:

  • Demonstrated ability to apply practical nursing principles and best practices
  • Proficiency in performing and interpreting basic physical assessments and treatment techniques
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on compassionate, person-centered care

Additional information:

  • All shifts are open. Please select those you are interested in within the Supplemental Questions section of your application.
  • 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.
  • Evening and night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate

Questions? Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter peter.bonato@dshs.wa.gov or call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 00805.

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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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

Additional Information

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. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/1/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/2/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-washington-5220465