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Inpatient Psychiatric Nurses care for clients living with mental illness and/or substance use disorders which have led to the need for acute treatment by means of involuntary hospitalization. Psychiatric nurses are responsible for the direct care of clients located in either/or the Evaluation and Treatment or the Secure Withdrawal Management unit of Recovery Place Kent. Registered nurses will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals to administer safe and therapeutic treatment to clients.

This position supports a recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment experience through the provision of safe and therapeutic nursing services to clients by means of assessment, diagnosis, care planning, and treatment. Milieu management and crisis de-escalation are also integral components of this nursing role.

• Primary accountability for patient care, including ongoing assessment, medication management, withdrawal, and ancillary medical needs
• Assess patients’ medical status and refers as necessary
• Prioritize RN and LPN responsibilities independently, or with supervision, based on patient care needs
• Administer and perform prescribed treatments and medical interventions
• Complete medical treatments and other tasks within the scope of licensed practical nurses
• Conduct facility admissions and complete health history screens
• Inventory and care for patients’ personal possessions
• Complete patient transfer processes
• Participate in comprehensive clinical pass-down reports at shift changes
• Collaborate with clinical team on complex care issues and concerns
• Record patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely
• Maintain a safe environment applying principles of medical asepsis
• Follow all policies and procedures with regard to patient information protection
• Attend mandatory trainings and staff meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned within appropriate scope

• High School Diploma
• Washington State License as a Registered Nurse
• BLS certified
• CPI Certification required within 6 months of hire
• One or more years experience in psychiatric nursing required

• Must be able to work with respect and tolerance in a multidisciplinary setting
• Psychological Resilience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and demands
• Knowledge of theories of human behavior and psychiatric disorders
• Familiarity with Washington Administrative Code regulations
• Computer/technology literacy and proficiency

Direct nursing care requires the ability to lift, push, pull, twist, stoop, and lift to 50 lbs. without assistance. Most work takes place in usual office working conditions, where the noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. Perform duties of a nurse as needed, which will include exposure to hazardous materials (such as body fluids, needle sticks).

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• HSA and/or FSA
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!

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