Senior Forensic Care Associate – Psychiatric Ward

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% premium on-site pay for 3 days/week

Orca transit card provided

Job summary

State of Washington is seeking a Forensic Care Associate 3 to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a forensic psychiatric setting. You will support patient care, safety, and unit operations while mentoring new staff and aiding admissions.

On-site work is required, with a potential 5% premium for three on-site days per week. A free Orca transit card is provided. CPR certification and WA nursing credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Must have current unencumbered Washington State Nursing Assistant Registration, Nursing Assistant Certification, or Washington State CMA certification.
• Three years of experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
• High School diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and security under RN supervision.
• Assist with patient admissions and orient patients to the ward.
• Take vitals, height/weight, and inventory personal items.
• Perform fire drills and safety inspections as assigned.
• De-escalate patients using therapeutic interventions.
• Assist in transferring patients between wards and managing supplies.

Skills

Nursing care

Crisis de-escalation

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

Nursing Assistant Registration

CPR certification

Job description

State of Washington is seeking a Forensic Care Associate 3 to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a forensic psychiatric setting. You will support patient care, safety, and unit operations while mentoring new staff and aiding admissions.

On-site work is required, with a potential 5% premium for three on-site days per week. A free Orca transit card is provided. CPR certification and WA nursing credentials are required.