Alpha Supported Living Services·Bothell, Washington
The Registered Nurse oversees the general health, nutrition, and medical needs of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Key duties include developing medical care plans, providing direct nursing care, and training staff on medication and dietary requirements.
We are Alpha Supported Living Services, a non-profit organization, we provide residential and community-based services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our primary objective at Alpha is to enhance the quality of life for each of our clients by aiding them in learning, personal development, and fostering increased independence. Since 1974, we've been dedicated to offering supported living, group home, community inclusion, and representative payee services, expanding our reach across King, Snohomish, and Spokane counties in Washington State. At Alpha, our commitment lies in treating every client with utmost dignity and respect while also valuing and nurturing the abilities of our employees to foster their professional growth.
Under the direction of the North Branch Director the Registered Nurse provides nursing services and is responsible for overseeing general health, nutrition, and medical needs for program participants. The Registered Nurse will also interact with program participants and so must be familiar with the Residential Service Guidelines issued by the Developmental Disabilities Administration. At all times, the Registered Nurse will seek to act in accord with the principles and values expressed in the guidelines and uphold the agency mission “to serve individuals with developmental disabilities by providing an array of residential and other support services that will result in maximizing the person’s quality of life.”
Performs other duties as needed or assigned on a daily basis
looking for
Basic clinical and diagnostic skills and the ability to use these skills to develop training and guide others towards using knowledge in a way that supports client needs
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of developmental and intellectual disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diagnoses with a corresponding behavioral component.
Able to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job and monitor/assess the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective
Advanced skills necessary to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement
Intermediate ability to communicate with people inside and outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
$42.50 per hour
$42.50 $58.00 per hour
for Full-Time Employees (30 hours or more a week) include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) (non-profit version of a 401(k)) with company match, Life Insurance, Tuition Savings Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. Employees working 34 or more hours a week are eligible for PTO accrual.
As of 10-18-21 all workers in Long-Term Care are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Candidates must hold an active Washington State RN license and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing. A minimum of six months of nursing experience and a valid driver's license are required.
Market context
Registered Nurse positions in Washington are commonly tied to ongoing patient care needs in hospitals, clinics, and home health settings, with employers often prioritizing licensed candidates who can start quickly. These roles are competitive because a current Washington RN license, CPR certification, and reliable transportation are required, while home health experience can strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license, CPR card, and vehicle details before applying.
