LPN

LPN

Full-Time, On-Site

Hiring Range: $32.86 – $41.07 Per Hour

Shift Differentials Up To +$7.00 

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Benefits at a Glance 

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision 
• Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance 
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development 
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Pet Insurance 
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth) 
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment 

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care within our residential and inpatient treatment programs. This position helps ensure clients receive safe, consistent care that supports treatment and recovery. The role works closely with interdisciplinary teams to support daily nursing services and promote a therapeutic treatment environment. If you're committed to providing compassionate care for individuals receiving behavioral health treatment, we welcome your application.

Primary Responsibilities:

•         Communicate with outpatient and inpatient medical providers regarding client care needs and medical orders.

•         Verify, process, and implement provider orders while maintaining quality nursing care.

•         Evaluate, monitor, and document client responses to medications, treatments, and plans of care.

•         Establish and maintain accurate eMAR documentation for new and existing clients.

•         Organize medications and perform safe medication administration according to nursing standards and protocols.

•         Complete required documentation within the electronic medical record.

•         Dispose of medications according to KMHS protocols.

•         Maintain house stock medications and complete required controlled medication counts.

•         Inventory and order nursing supplies as required.

•         Maintain clean, organized, and safe work environments.

•         Initiate emergency procedures using professional judgment, technical skills, and appropriate nursing interventions.

•         Respond appropriately to fire drills, evacuation procedures, and emergency situations.

•         Coordinate with Mental Health Professionals, supervisors, care team assistants, and Behavioral Health Technicians regarding client care and unit safety.

•         Participate in discharge planning activities and treatment goal reviews.

•         Provide medication education and assist with discharge medication coordination.

•         Participate in program activities, wellness groups, and therapeutic interactions with clients.

•         Follow assigned nursing and unit operating procedures.

•         Handle authorized disclosures of client information in accordance with HIPAA requirements and agency policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Washington State Board of Nursing approved practical nursing program.

EXPERIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work experience)

LICENSURE: Active and unencumbered LPN license in Washington State. Active and unencumbered multistate practical nurse license accepted with additional training requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Associate's degree in nursing.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of LPN experience with experience in mental health settings.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Maintain working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency-mandated training.

SKILLS:

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.

• Communicates clearly and concisely.

• Time management to address the needs of clients during the scheduled shift

ABILITIES:

• Ability to designate non-nursing tasks to support staff. Coordinate with the shift supervisor for unit safety and other client needs.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc. Use of medical equipment including but not limited to: blood pressure cuff, stethoscopes, thermometers, scales, and glucose testing equipment.

Work Environment: Subacute treatment settings, inpatient units.

Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is required to:

•  Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.

•  Ascend and descend stairs and navigate indoor environments safely.

•  Lift, carry, push, and pull: Up to 10 pounds (frequently)

•  Up to 20 pounds (occasionally)

•  Up to 50 pounds (seldom)

Assist with client movement and transfers, with or without assistance, in accordance with training and safety protocols.

Safely participate in crisis intervention, including implementation of approved de-escalation techniques and physical restraints in accordance with agency training and policy.

•  Move quickly and respond to emergencies, including rapid repositioning or short-distance movement to maintain safety.

•  Use hands and arms for reaching, handling, and manipulation, including reaching above shoulder level.

•  Have visual acuity sufficient to read written materials and observe surroundings; peripheral vision sufficient to monitor clients and the environment.

•  Have hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and detect environmental and behavioral cues.

•  Meet and maintain physical requirements demonstrated through agency-mandated training, including demonstration of ability to: maintain balance, twist torso, forward bend, pivot, sidestep, forward and backward step, crouch, move to secure limb, knee touch to ground, kneel, get up from floor sitting or kneeling position.

*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary. Bonus amounts are prorated by FTE, and any changes to FTE before all bonus installments are paid may alter the total payout.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.