Registered Nurse Marc Triage

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) – DAY Full-time at Triage, Marc Triage Center.

Schedule:

Friday-Sunday 7:30am-8:00pm. Wage: $58.46 to $99.11 DOE. Union:
Yes.

As an essential member of the multidisciplinary team, the RN provides direct nursing services to clients and ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality clinical care. This role oversees the provision of treatment by program staff and provides leadership and direction in the absence of the Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager, or Director. The RN supports client stabilization, administers medications, coordinates care, and delivers treatment with compassion, professionalism, and adherence to clinical best practices.

• Administer injectable and oral psychiatric medications as prescribed by physicians or nurse practitioners.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments of clients’ mental and physical health status.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team and participate as a member of the medical staff.
• Communicate with primary clinicians regarding medication compliance, side effects, and response.
• Administer medications, monitor client responses, and provide individualized medication education.
• Stock, order, and maintain medications and medical supplies; coordinate with external pharmacies as needed.
• Conduct medication education groups and 1:1 teaching sessions with clients as appropriate.
• Take and process medication orders and refills in collaboration with prescribers.
• Provide nursing assessment and physical care, including monitoring vital signs, reviewing labs, and tracking client weight.
• Complete nursing documentation, transcribe provider orders, and ensure continuity of care through accurate charting.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate nursing, medical, and first aid interventions.
• Maintain medication samples and ensure compliance with storage and handling protocols.
• Participate in supervision, training, and team meetings.
• Maintain ethical and professional conduct consistent with Compass Health policies, state law, and regulatory standards.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity, cultural competence, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Uphold Compass Health’s Strategic Intention, Core Values, and Core Competencies.

• Current Washington State Registered Nurse license.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time psychiatric nursing experience.
• Ability to obtain Mental Health Professional (MHP) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

• Strong understanding of nursing processes, psychiatric care, and behavioral health treatment approaches.
• Knowledge of involuntary commitment laws and related nursing practices.
• Excellent critical thinking and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused in high-stress situations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer proficiency, including experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, which may include a DSHS search.

• Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to full-time employees.
• 16 days of paid vacation in the first year.
• 12 sick days, including a wellness day.
• 13 paid holidays (11 standard + 2 personal choice).
• $500 in professional development funds annually.
• Up to 5 days of paid education leave.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 2% company match after one year.
• And much more!

That’s over 45 paid days off in your first year!

This position is based in a Triage Facility and requires the ability to participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary. While performing job duties, the employee may lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and use close vision. The noise level is typically moderate to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compass Health is Northwest Washington’s behavioral healthcare leader with over 110 years of service across Snohomish, Skagit, Island, San Juan, and Whatcom counties. Our services include outpatient treatment, crisis response, inpatient care, supportive housing, and more.

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