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We are hiring a Registered Nurse 4 (RN4) to join our leadership team at Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH) in Tukwila, WA. This vital role supports the Chief Nursing Officer in overseeing psychiatric inpatient nursing services, staff training and development, and infection control. The RN4 helps ensure the consistent delivery of safe, high-quality care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations, including CMS standards. If you're a skilled nursing professional with strong leadership experience and a passion for behavioral health, we encourage you to apply.

Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health in Tukwila, Washington, is a 74-bed state-operated 24/7 facility acquired by DSHS in 2023 to expand access to psychiatric care. Serving civilly committed patients, OHBH provides evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatric, nursing, rehabilitation, and social work professionals. With a focus on stabilization and recovery, OHBH helps patients manage mental health symptoms and prepare for a successful transition back into the community.

Some of what you'll do:

• Assist the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in managing all aspects of nursing practice and serve as acting CNO when needed
• Plan, direct, and evaluate nursing care delivery in alignment with hospital, nursing, and security standards — ensuring consistent, high-quality care in a secure psychiatric setting
• Oversee nursing documentation, treatment planning, and outcome assessments to support evidence-based, patient-centered care
• Lead staffing operations, including deployment, supervision, performance management, hiring recommendations, and disciplinary actions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and department leaders to coordinate integrated patient care
• Educate nursing staff on clinical decision-making, regulatory standards, and publicly funded healthcare systems such as Medicare and Medicaid
• Conduct staff meetings, assist CNO/ACNO in investigating complaints, and promote the hospital's mission, vision, and standards across all nursing shifts

What we're looking for:

• Knowledge of professional nursing practices, including psychiatric nursing, infection control, and emergency response
• Understanding of supervisory principles and the ability to lead, mentor, and support nursing staff
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills grounded in evidence-based practice
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a secure, high-acuity environment
• Commitment to professional development and awareness of community resources that support patient care

Who should apply?

• Professionals who have graduated from an accredited school of nursing AND
• Have at least four years of professional nursing experience, including at least two years in a leadership role overseeing nursing personnel.

Note:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing may substitute for two years of nonsupervisory experience.
• One year of full-time nursing teaching experience may substitute for one year of supervisory experience.

Additional information:

• Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
• King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use.

Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today! Along with your application, please include:

• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information

Questions? Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Saleen Hernandez at saleen.hernandez@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #07110.

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

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More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. 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. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday