Registered Nurse II/ANY SHIFT/at Western State Hospital

In this role, you'll develop, lead, document, and direct the clinical care carried out by professional and paraprofessional nursing personnel in compliance with applicable nursing standards of care and practice. This involves assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patients' medical and psychiatry needs with a focus on providing the highest patient-focused quality care possible. You're the liaison between our patients and their families to educate them in regard to the treatment plan. Our new team member should be a great communicator, developing long-term therapeutic relationships with our patients. What we're looking for: Professionals with a valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse or have the ability to obtain a valid Washington State license by the start of employment Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred but not required Free ORCA cards are available for Pierce County employees. All direct care positions receive an additional 5% per hour for working at a 24/7 staffed facility. Also shift differential of $2.50 per hour for working evening and night shift is offered to the candidates. _______________________________________________________________________________________________