DSHS SCC Registered Nurse 2

State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% on-site premium pay

$10 daily premium pay

Free ORCA card

Ferry transportation

Evening/Night shift differential

Job summary

The State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services at the Special Commitment Center (SCC) on McNeil Island seeks a Registered Nurse 2 to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to residents with cognitive disabilities. You will support health, well-being, and dignity within a collaborative team environment.

On-site at SCC, shift is Sunday to Wednesday 6:00AM-4:00PM. Eligible for 5% on-site premium, $10 daily premium, free ORCA card, ferry transport, and shift differentials for

Qualifications

• Valid Washington RN license to practice required by start of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience.
• Ability to administer medications and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and verify orders.
• Administer medications and manage treatments.
• Educate residents on health conditions and medication plans.
• Maintain medication carts and support nursing operations.
• Provide patient care to aging residents with mental health and developmental needs.
• Assist in developing and managing individual rehabilitation plans.
• Respond to medical calls and emergencies.

Skills

Licensed RN

2+ years RN experience

WA state RN license

IV starts & IV fluids

Phlebotomy

Medication administration

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

Washington RN license

Job description

DSHS SCC Registered Nurse 2

We have a great opportunity for you to join our nursing team at the Special Commitment Center (SCC) as a Registered Nurse 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.

If you’re a dedicated nursing professional with a passion for mental health care, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission.

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. 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. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.

The shift: Sunday to Wednesday 6:00AM - 4:00PM

Some of what you'll do:

• 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

Who should apply?

Professionals with a valid Washington state license to practice as a Registered Nurse or have the ability to obtain a valid Washington state license by the start of employment

And a minimum of 2 years of experience as an RN.

Questions?

Contact Saleen Hernandez at [e-mail] and reference 07606.

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 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.

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