WYCA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy (WYCA) Licensed Practical Nurse

Do you want to join a dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of Washington's youth? Looking to step away from the physical strain of long standing shifts? Transition out of exhausting 12-hour shifts and into a role that values your energy and well-being! Come join our team and experience the best about being a Licensed Practical Nurse - working one on one with students aged 15 to 19; assessing their basic first aid needs; educating them on their health and encouraging them to be their best self while working with a great team who all support each student's efforts to succeed! If you're looking for a role that combines broad experience with deep satisfaction, this is your opportunity...this is your team!

We invite you to apply for the position of Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy (WYCA) Licensed Practical Nurse where you will work in a diverse, inclusive, team-oriented environment while helping at-risk youth get their lives back on track.

Under the general direction of the WYCA Registered Nurse, this position will assist with monitoring and delivering healthcare and wellness management to the at-risk youth (student Cadets) who are participating in the WYCA program.

The salary shown does not include eligibility for on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium pay or a shift differential for evening shift work.

This recruitment has been reopened and will remain opened until filled. Applicants who have previously applied do not need to reapply. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.

About The Youth Challenge Program

Who we are: The WYCA was established under the authority and guidelines of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program. This is a voluntary program which includes a 22-week residential phase followed by a 24-month post-residential phase. The purpose of the program is to provide a highly disciplined, safe and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and become responsible and productive citizens of the State of Washington. The National Guard ChalleNGe Program is one of the most successful alternative education programs designed for high school dropouts or youth that are not progressing in a traditional high school setting and has graduated over 215,000+ Cadets to date.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department and the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy visit

What Makes WYCA a Great Place to Work?

• Work that matters-building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!
• The opportunity to provide student education and support to at-risk youth in our community!
• NO overnight shifts! NO unpredictable working conditions!
• CONSISTENT WORK SCHEDULE!
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.
• Tuition Discount! Washington State Employees are eligible for a 10% tuition discount with Western Governors University (WGU) for Bachelor's & Master's Degree programs in Business; Information Technology; Healthcare and Education.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Support for employee growth and development

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Assist the Registered Nurse with the coordination of the WYCA Health Center programs and services for a 24/7 residential program for at-risk youth, including health center operations, sick call, coordinating Cadet medical care, security, medication administration, overall wellness, and health & hygiene education.
• Act as a secondary resource for Cadet's physical health and wellness management strategies.

A valid Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR Recent graduate of a formal education program who is awaiting the results of the licensing examination or applicant with license from another state. Must have a Washington State issued temporary permit. Failure to obtain a license shall result in immediate termination from the position by the appointing authority.

AND An Associates Degree in Nursing

Special Requirements: Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the state of Washington as an LPN. In addition, employee will be required to maintain CME credits sufficient to maintain license.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
• One year's experience working as an LPN in a Hospital, Clinical, School or Health Center setting. Experience in adolescent populations or school nursing is preferred.
• Working with at-risk or disengaged youth, families/guardians, educational/social service agencies and community members.
• Assessing emergency situations as well as the health needs and requirements of at-risk teenagers.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of crisis interventions, psychiatric diagnosis, and treatment techniques.
• Knowledge of the Growth and Development in adolescents.
• Sound comprehensive nursing and medication administration practices.
• Administration and control of medication in accordance with state law.
• Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services.
• Communicable disease and control reporting requirements.
• HIPAA/FERPA compliance requirements.

Skills / Abilities:

• Maintain the highest standards of personal and professional ethical conduct in accordance with established guidelines.
• Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations related to working with healthcare providers and in a school around information pertaining to medical and/or reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrate safe health care, reflecting the philosophy, purpose, and standard of current law.
• Adjust to varied situations, demands, and new health issues.
• Maintain and process medical records in accordance with Federal, State, and Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy requirements.
• Identify and manage behavior and impulsiveness demonstrated by adolescents.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to meet the needs of others.

Routinely work a 40-hour work week as scheduled to provide ongoing customer and program support.

Compensation: Wage/salary will depend on qualifications or rules of promotion.

Conditions of Employment:

• Lift, bend, stoop and reach when required to attend to Cadets' personal hygiene and routine physical and behavioral healthcare.
• Lift / utilize medical equipment as needed to provide care.

Working Hours: Normal working hours: Thursday through Monday 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm with Tuesday and Wednesday off. Additional work hours may be required to accomplish tasks related to coordinating medical services and responding to medical situations. Duty will include periodic weekends and nights depending on program activities and requirements, including responding to emergency situations in a reasonable amount of time when they involve Cadet health, safety, or security. Hours may vary on occasion to accommodate special events.

Background Check: Must successfully complete a pre-employment personal history and criminal background check investigation, which includes fingerprinting. The background check is required for all employees of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy due to the nature of these positions (working with vulnerable youth) and the safety requirements of the job. Applicants are required to complete and sign a Washington Military Department Applicant Background and Disclosure Statement and a Waiver and Authority to Release Information Form. Candidates will not have access to any investigative materials and files. Must be willing to participate in periodic background checks in accordance with department policy. Failure to successfully complete any required background checks may be cause for termination.

Drug and Alcohol Testing and Use: Willing not to use or be in possession of illegal narcotics or controlled substances while on or off duty. Willing and able to be free from excessive alcohol consumption. Willing and