DSHS SCC Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Washington State Health Care Authority; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Free ORCA card

Ferry transportation

5% premium on-site days

Job summary

Washington State Health Care Authority is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 for the Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island. You will provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents with cognitive disabilities and support health, well-being and dignity on a dedicated nursing team.

Earn premium pay and enjoy benefits such as a free ORCA card and ferry transportation; on-site work three days a week may add 5% premium pay.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington state LPN license or eligible to obtain before employment.
• Experience in geriatrics or mental health settings preferred.
• Ability to perform basic physical assessments and treatment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and verify orders.
• Order medications refills and renewals.
• Inform Providers and Nurse Manager of health status changes.
• Educate residents on health conditions and treatment plans.
• Maintain pharmacy operations and prepare medication carts.
• Provide patient care to aging facility residents.
• Respond to medical calls and emergencies.
• Assist in developing rehabilitation plans and implement care plans.
• Up-to-date nursing skills (IV starts, IV fluids, phlebotomy).

Skills

LPN license

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Nursing assessment

Education

Washington LPN license or eligible

Job description

DSHS SCC Licensed Practical Nurse 2 (LPN2)

We have a great opportunity for you to join our nursing team at the Special Commitment Center (SCC) as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 and make a meaningful impact. In this rewarding role, you’ll provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals with cognitive disabilities, supporting their health, well-being, and dignity. As part of a dedicated team, you’ll help foster a collaborative environment where inclusion, respect, and empowerment are at the core of everything we do.

Located in McNeil Island, our facility is surrounded by nature, wildlife, old history and amazing views of Mount Rainier and the beautiful Puget sound. We treat people who are detained and/or civilly committed and assists them in addressing their sexual offending histories.

We take pride in teamwork and positive energy channel into our day-to-day activities. Our staff is appreciated and extremely valuable in assisting with the rehabilitation and treatment of the residents we care for on a daily basis.

SCC employees also receive an additional $10 per day premium pay in addition to advertised salary and a free ORCA card for transportation use. Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees. 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.

The Shift:

Day Shift - Sunday to Wednesday 6:00am - 4:00pm.

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Transcribe and verify orders.
• Order medications refills and renewals.
• Inform Providers and Nurse Manager of developments or changes in residents' health status.
• Educate residents on health conditions, medication management, and treatment plans.
• Maintain optimal pharmacy operations.
• Prepare and maintain medication carts.
• Provide patient care to our aging facility population.
• Provide treatment and nursing care for people who have mental illnesses developmental disabilities, other neurological, physiological, or behavioral health disorders.
• Assist in developing and managing Individual rehabilitation plans for residents to help improve and maintain health.
• Implement care plans, administer medications, and assist the physician and other medical staff with treatments and exams.
• Respond to medical calls and emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned by providers, RN3, and/or RN4.
• Must be Up to date on their nursing skill and abilities such as IV starts, IV fluids administration, laboratory processes and phlebotomy.

What makes us an employer of choice for Licensed Practical Nurses:

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• A collaborative, community-focused campus culture.

Who should apply:

• Professionals with a valid Washington state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or those who can obtain the license prior to employment.

What we're looking for:

• Demonstrated ability to apply practical nursing principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in performing and interpreting basic physical assessments and treatment techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on compassionate, person-centered care.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ 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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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 [phone]. 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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