DSHS OHBH Licensed Practical Nurse 2

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DSHS OHBH Licensed Practical Nurse 2

Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration is seeking a highly motivated LPN.

You will experience the rewarding feeling of being alongside a dedicated team that shares your same passion for being committed to success.

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.

The shift for this position is: Night shift 22:00 – 06:30 Tuesday - Saturday with Sunday and Monday OFF.

Some of what you'll do:

• Administer medications and provide treatments
• Observe, report, and document changes in patients' condition
• Directly assists patients; Safely, physically and therapeutically intervene with patients exhibiting high-risk behaviors
• Pursue and contain an escape risk
• Participates in containment of aggressive patients during Code Gray response and under the direction of the Charge Nurse
• Applies restraints to patients determined to be a danger to self or others under the guidance of the RN
• Educate patients in adaptive living skills
• Transport patient to appoints/classes on campus or off campus grounds

What we're looking for:

• Proven ability to discern and apply practical nursing principles and concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret basic physical and treatment techniques
• Detail-oriented reporting and ability to relay clear, accurate information

Preferred Qualification:

• CPR certified

Who should apply?
LPNs with a current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

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.

Questions? Please contact alex.baclaan@dshs.wa.gov or call (360) 725-5810 reference job number 00112.

Additional 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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