DSHS OHBH Licensed Practical Nurse 2
State of Washington
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Job summary
Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH) in Tukwila seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse 2 to provide direct nursing care in a behavioral health setting. You will administer medications, monitor patient health, perform assessments, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support recovery in a safe, therapeutic environment.
The role emphasizes de-escalation, patient safety, and compassionate care, with schedule options and on-site work at OHBH in King County.
Qualifications
- Active Washington LPN license.
- Minimum 1 year of LPN experience.
- Experience in behavioral health setting.
- Strong communication with interdisciplinary teams.
- Ability to de-escalate and maintain safety.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, document changes.
- Perform routine nursing care including vital signs and assessments.
- Use EHR and MAR to support patient care.
- Assist with activities of daily living and promote independence.
- Apply de-escalation techniques and ensure safe treatment environment.
- Assist with patient containment and emergency responses per protocol.
- Orient patients to the treatment environment and transport to appointments.
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Job description
Join our team at Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH) in Tukwila as a Licensed Practical Nurse 2 and play a vital role in supporting individuals receiving behavioral health services. In this position, you will provide direct nursing care, administer medications and treatments, monitor patient health and safety, and collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to promote recovery and well-being. Your work will help ensure patients receive compassionate, high-quality care in a safe and therapeutic environment while supporting their path toward stabilization and recovery.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, while monitoring, documenting, and reporting changes in patient conditions.
- Perform routine nursing care activities, including obtaining vital signs, conducting health assessments, and providing first aid as needed.
- Utilize nursing equipment and electronic medication administration systems to support safe and effective patient care.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and promote independence through therapeutic interactions and support.
- Apply de-escalation techniques and participate in behavioral interventions to maintain a safe treatment environment.
- Assist with patient containment, restraint procedures, and emergency responses in accordance with established protocols and under nursing supervision.
- Orient patients to the treatment environment, provide adaptive living skills education, and transport patients to on- and off-campus appointments and activities.
- Experience providing nursing care in a behavioral health, psychiatric, or mental health treatment setting.
- Knowledge of medication administration practices, patient assessment techniques, and nursing documentation standards.
- Proficiency using nursing equipment and electronic health record and medication administration systems.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, coworkers, multidisciplinary teams, and the public.
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support patient safety.
- A current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); AND
- One (1) year of experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Work schedule: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM, with an alternating weekly schedule.
- Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
- 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.
- 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.
Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health in Tukwila, Washington, is a 74-bed state-operated facility acquired by DSHS in 2023 to expand access to psychiatric care. Serving civilly committed patients, OHBH provides evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatric, nursing, rehabilitation, and social work professionals. With a focus on stabilization and recovery, OHBH helps patients manage mental health symptoms and prepare for a successful transition back into the community.
Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at ricky.luna@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #05264.
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