DSHS ESH Psychiatric Security Nurse (LPN)

DSHS ESH Psychiatric Security Nurse (LPN) Eastern State Hospital is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. In this role, you will help deliver high-quality nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while working directly with patients on their path to recovery.

• Provide routine, direct patient care on a behavioral health unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse to people who have behavioral health conditions.
• Provide staff feedback to RN3s regarding development, educational needs, and performance on the job.
• Report and document significant changes in patient conditions to RN3/designee and appropriate medical staff.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Educate patients in adaptive living skills during activities on the ward and in the treatment mall during one-to-one and/or group interactions.
• Transfer, escort, and transport patients.
• Exchange pertinent clinical information during the shift and at the change of shifts.
• Complete paperwork and documents for medication orders; inventory and maintain medical supplies and equipment.

• Professionals with a valid license to practice as Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Washington.

• Benefits
• Insurance Benefits
• Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.

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