What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS BHA Licensed Practical Nurse 2 position at State of Washington?
DSHS BHA Licensed Practical Nurse 2
Apply to join our team as we pioneer services at our new Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health facility, at the former Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital, in Tukwila!
This newly acquired DSHS psychiatric facility is looking for an LPN. You will experience the rewarding feeling of being alongside a dedicated team that shares your same passion for being committed to success.
We are hiring innovative, empathetic, dedicated professionals ready to join our team for a new, cutting-edge career move. Our patients and staff need hope, compassion, and patience as we build bridges of trust and collaboration through consulting, teaching, and modeling. While this consultant concept was brought to life over 50 years ago, it has been re-enlivened and applied to the state hospital model of care.
Our services provide comprehensive assessments and detailed recommendations to the respective treatment teams. These will include specific psychopharmacologic, medical, behavioral, and other evidence-based interventions and the relevant staff education and training to facilitate their implementations. Our staff members provide direct care, specialized services, and evidence-based individual/group therapies to adults with severe psychiatric conditions.
Here is your opportunity to use your empathic engagement skills to be part of a robust and compassionate team that promotes recovery principles and develops therapeutic relationships with our staff and patients. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you will have a chance every day to grow, enjoy the work you do, and help us in our mission of transforming lives together.
This role offers various scheduling options
6:30 pm- 7:00 am 12 hour shift
Days off
Week 1: Sun, Mon, Wed and Thurs
Week 2: Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat
6:30 pm- 7:00 am 12 hour shift
Days off
Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat
Week 2: Sun, Mon, Wed and Thurs
2:00pm- 10:30 pm 8 hour shift
Days off Sunday and Monday
Some of what you will do
Who should apply
LPNs with a current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Preferred skills and knowledge
CPR Certified
Proven ability to discern and apply practical nursing principles and concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret basic physical and treatment techniques
Detailed-oriented reporting and ability to relay clear, accurate information
Please note
King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. 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.
Questions? Email Morgan Daggi or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference 02711.
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 an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, 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.
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.
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Apply to join our team as we pioneer services at our new Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health facility, at the former Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital, in Tukwila!
This newly acquired DSHS psychiatric facility is looking for an LPN. You will experience the rewarding feeling of being alongside a dedicated team that shares your same passion for being committed to success.
We are hiring innovative, empathetic, dedicated professionals ready to join our team for a new, cutting-edge career move. Our patients and staff need hope, compassion, and patience as we build bridges of trust and collaboration through consulting, teaching, and modeling. While this consultant concept was brought to life over 50 years ago, it has been re-enlivened and applied to the state hospital model of care.
Our services provide comprehensive assessments and detailed recommendations to the respective treatment teams. These will include specific psychopharmacologic, medical, behavioral, and other evidence-based interventions and the relevant staff education and training to facilitate their implementations. Our staff members provide direct care, specialized services, and evidence-based individual/group therapies to adults with severe psychiatric conditions.
Here is your opportunity to use your empathic engagement skills to be part of a robust and compassionate team that promotes recovery principles and develops therapeutic relationships with our staff and patients. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you will have a chance every day to grow, enjoy the work you do, and help us in our mission of transforming lives together.
This role offers various scheduling options
6:30 pm- 7:00 am 12 hour shift
Days off
Week 1: Sun, Mon, Wed and Thurs
Week 2: Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat
6:30 pm- 7:00 am 12 hour shift
Days off
Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat
Week 2: Sun, Mon, Wed and Thurs
2:00pm- 10:30 pm 8 hour shift
Days off Sunday and Monday
Some of what you will do
- Administer medications and provide treatments
- Complete routine treatments
- Attend to the general care of patients and residents, provide emotional and physical comfort and safety, and maintain an attractive and comfortable environment
- Participate in and lead education programs and ward-initiated activities for the patients
- Care for patients/residents with communicable diseases including necessary sterilization and observation of aseptic techniques
- Observe, record, and report the general condition of patients/residents
- Participate in providing a therapeutic environment through acceptance of patients' and residents' behavior, and guidance toward more rational behavior
Who should apply
LPNs with a current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Preferred skills and knowledge
CPR Certified
Proven ability to discern and apply practical nursing principles and concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret basic physical and treatment techniques
Detailed-oriented reporting and ability to relay clear, accurate information
Please note
King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. 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.
Questions? Email Morgan Daggi or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference 02711.
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 an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, 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.
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
Salary : $4,987 - $6,705
