Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Temporary PRN Nurse Consultant

Remote 90%, Onsite 10% in Bremerton, WA

Hiring Range: $42.87 – $54.66 Per Hour

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Temporary PRN Nurse Consultant to support the reopening of our Youth Inpatient Unit (YIU). This role focuses on strengthening nursing practice, clinical workflows, and staff readiness before services resume. The work includes consultation, training development, and process improvement across the unit. If you help teams build strong clinical foundations and prepare for successful program operations, we welcome your application.

Primary Responsibilities:

·          Nursing group curriculum development

·          Provide input and assistance with training for new conflict resolution processes

·          Provide input and assistance toward cultural development for the unit environment

·          Cultural coaching and problem solving for nurses as part of the YIU team

·          Participate in a re-design process (if warranted) of the Restraint and Seclusion paperwork and documentation processes to meet WAC requirements

·          Providing input and potentially developing training materials for referral processing and admission documentation for nurses and the unit as a whole

·          Development of role delineation for nurses and others on the unit

·          In addition to the above, any other responsibilities appropriate to the position and not specifically listed in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Associate's degree in nursing.

EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years’ nursing experience, with at least two years in a behavioral health environment. Previous experience developing nursing curriculum and/or training nursing staff required.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in nursing.

EXPERIENCE: Prior experience as a nurse manager or charge nurse.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Maintain a working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency approved de-escalation training and other agency-mandated trainings
2. Maintain knowledge of current nursing practices, as well as WAC and RCW requirements for Evaluation and Treatment Centers.

SKILLS

1. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
2. Communicates clearly and concisely.

ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
2. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement nursing related curriculum.
3. Demonstrated ability to work on projects independently, process varied information, reach appropriate decisions, and be creative.
4. Demonstrate ability to interact with supervisor and peers and subordinates using numerous forms of communication effectively (including Microsoft programs, email, Zoom, texting, scheduling and other software application).

Worksite-Specific Requirements: check applicable worksite(s)

☐ WORKSITE #1: Remote Worksite

REQUIREMENTS: Employees approved for remote work must maintain a safe, secure, and professional workspace with reliable internet, ensure confidentiality and compliance with KMHS policies (including HIPAA), and remain fully available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

☐ WORKSITE #2: Almira Main Campus

REQUIREMENT: No additional requirements for this worksite

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Remote worksite, office.

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

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull:
  • Up to 10 pounds (frequently)
  • Up to 20 pounds (occasionally)   

• Use hands and arms for reaching, handling, and manipulation, including reaching above shoulder level. 
• Have visual acuity and peripheral vision sufficient to read written materials and observe surroundings.
• Have hearing sufficient to communicate effectively.

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.