What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS WSH Licensed Practical Nurse 4 position at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services?
Description
DSHS WSH Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
Western State Hospital has a Lead Licensed Practical Nurse opportunity. You will provide nursing care, educate nursing staff, and assign non-clinical duties to nursing staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
As a lead LPN worker, you will assign non-clinical tasks to LPNs and MHTs. LPN4 educates/trains LPNs as the "Super User" in WellSky procedures. LPN4 educates MHTs in nursing care delivery, and the use of patient care equipment.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
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.
Some Of What You'll Do
To Apply
Submit an application.
Questions? Email saleen.hernandez@dshs.wa.gov or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference 01519.
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.
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.
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DSHS WSH Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
Western State Hospital has a Lead Licensed Practical Nurse opportunity. You will provide nursing care, educate nursing staff, and assign non-clinical duties to nursing staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
As a lead LPN worker, you will assign non-clinical tasks to LPNs and MHTs. LPN4 educates/trains LPNs as the "Super User" in WellSky procedures. LPN4 educates MHTs in nursing care delivery, and the use of patient care equipment.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
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.
Some Of What You'll Do
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, you'll work as a lead worker assisting with providing nursing care and educating nursing staff
- Ensure that Licensed Practical Nurses are educated and trained in Pyxis and WellSky as super-users
- Work with institutional counselors in the area of nursing care delivery and the use of patient care equipment
- Administer medication and transcribe orders from the MD
- Educate the patient on adaptive living skills
- Possession of a valid Washington State license to practice as an LPN
- 2 years of experience as a LPN
To Apply
Submit an application.
Questions? Email saleen.hernandez@dshs.wa.gov or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference 01519.
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.
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.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
