Job Description

Posting number: 2026-06355

Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services

Division: DDA

Job classification: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE 2

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Social Services, Nursing, Human Services

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 do:

• 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.
  
  

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• 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
  
  

Who should apply?
We are searching for professionals with:

• A valid Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse

AND

• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
  

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
  
  

About Lakeland Village
Lakeland Village is a state-operated, 24-hour residential facility serving approximately 210 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Located in Medical Lake and established in 1914, it offers a range of services through certified Nursing Facility and Intermediate Care Facility (ICF/IID) programs. Residents receive comprehensive care that includes medical and nursing support, therapeutic programming, and individualized treatment plans designed to promote independence and quality of life in a home-like setting. Lakeland Village also offers day programs focused on sensory integration, vocational training, and recreational activities, along with short-term respite services for eligible individuals.

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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
  
  

Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today!
Along with your application, please include:

• An updated resume
  
• Three professional references with contact information
  
  

Questions?
Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Alex Baclaan at alex.baclaan@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #06355.

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.

Supplemental 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.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

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