DSHS OHBH Transport Registered Nurse 2

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DSHS OHBH Transport Registered Nurse 2

At Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH), we’re seeking a passionate and skilled Transport Registered Nurse (RN2) to join our dedicated team in providing exceptional psychiatric and medical care.

Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health treats civilly committed patients and other populations served by DSHS.

Civil patients have been committed to treatment by the court system and referred to state psychiatric care for treatment and rehabilitation.

State treatment facilities prepare civil patients for eventual discharge back into our communities.

This is an opportunity to lead, advocate, and change lives in an environment where your skills and compassion directly impact those in need.

In this role, the RN2 serves as a key clinical partner within the Transportation Department, coordinating patient referrals, scheduling medical appointments, and ensuring accurate, timely clinical documentation.

The position provides both direct nursing support and on-site or off-site patient accompaniment as needed, working closely with ward staff, treatment teams, medical escorts, and external providers.

Through this collaboration, the RN2 helps maintain safe, efficient, and well-organized patient care while adhering to established policies, procedures, and professional scope of practice.

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 anticipated shift is 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Some of what you'll do:

• Coordinate on-campus and off-campus medical appointments to ensure patients are scheduled and transported safely, respectfully, and on time.
• Accompany patients who require RN-level clinical oversight during transport and medical visits.
• Gather and submit necessary patient information and documentation to clinics prior to scheduled appointments.
• Act as a clinical liaison between ward staff, treatment teams, providers, specialists, and community partners to support patient medical needs.
• Process medical referrals, schedule appointments, and document all related information in the electronic health record.
• Enter all scheduled appointments into the Transport Tracker in alignment with department workflow.
• Ensure all required documentation is accurate, complete, and available to support continuity of care.
• Communicate upcoming appointments to ward staff by sharing updates in person, emails, or via Microsoft Teams.
• Maintain ongoing communication with wards regarding appointment status, preparation requirements, and visit outcomes.
• Collaborate with the RN3 Transportation Supervisor and transport staff to support efficient daily operations.
• Act as the transport supervisor in the absence of the RN3 Transport Supervisor.

Who should apply?:

Professionals with a valid Washington State license to practice as a registered, professional nurse.
And
One year of professional nursing experience.

Interested? Apply today.

Questions? Email the recruiter at vincent.hamilton@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 02397.

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.

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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