Job DescriptionLakewood, WA (Tacoma area)Do you want a challenging yet rewarding job working for one of the industry leaders in Washington State? Our professional health care staff have chosen the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) for a perfect work/life balance, competitive wages, amazing benefits, stability, excellent opportunities for career advancement, and continuous cutting edge training. We are a leader in healthcare services in Washington State. Mental health is the fastest growing field in healthcare. We are seeking compassionate and caring nurses to join our nationally recognized, highly skilled nursing teams who provide safe and reliable nursing care in our inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.In this position you will:Educate nursing staff in the delivery of nursing care, direct and assist in medical psychiatric emergencies, and implement knowledge of the nursing process using critical thinking skills.Here's what some nurses are saying about working for us!"I love DSHS! You learn so much here and the work is very meaningful. I wouldn't work for anyone else. This is what I was meant to do. This is what healthcare is about." - RN"It's great here. We all work as a team and encourage eachother to learn and grow. There are no two days the same. It was one of the best decisions I ever made." - LPN"Family Time!!! Something I didn't have at my last job. I'm glad I took this job." - RN- QualificationsValid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse OR the ability to obtain a valid license prior to employmentAdditional InformationBenefitsMany nurses have chosen our benefits package, work environment, and facilities as the clear choice in Washington State.We offer a comprehensive award worthy benefits package that surpasses any other employer compensation package in the state!About where you will work:Western State Hospital (WSH) is a fully accredited, psychiatric hospital serving western Washington by providing evaluation and inpatient treatment for adults with serious or long-term mental illness.WSH is located in the City of Lakewood, which is a suburb of Tacoma and is within a 30-minute drive to Seattle. Apply immediately at https://www.dshs.wa.gov Job Number 2015-07040