Clinic LPN

Company: Franciscan Medical Group
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
Up to a $5,000 Sign on Bonus for qualifying new external Clinic LPNsLump sum payment within 30 days of start date1 year commitmentBonus amount prorated by FTE (min 0.6 FTE required) -CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. - - -As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the companyPaid Time Off (PTO)Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible health spending accounts (FSA)Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsTuition Assistance for career growth and developmentCare@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify TheftAdoption AssistanceWellness Program
Responsibilities
Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full time Clinic LPN for our busy Franciscan Women's Health Associates Clinic in Federal Way, WA. Dynamic, patient-centered team looking for an energetic team member. 4 day work with 10 hour shifts. Day off varies according to provider schedule. No nights, weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required. -Job Summary: - -This job is responsible, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other Healthcare Provider, for providing quality practical nursing care to clinic patients consistent with the scope of LPN licensure and Franciscan Medical Group (FMG) Scope of Practice Policy. - An incumbent assists providers with patient clinic visits, carrying out routine aspects of designated nursing protocols and provides clinical support and related assistance to professional medical staff. - Work also includes participating in patient care planning, assisting with and/or performing therapeutic/diagnostic procedures/tests, reporting nursing observations/assessments and updating information in the patient's electronic medical record. -An employee uses initiative in carrying out recurring tasks independently within scope of practice and established standards of care. - An RN or Provider provides specific instructions for new or more complex tasks and is consulted when unusual/unfamiliar situations are encountered.Work involves effectively managing a demanding workload and requires excellent customer service skills with patients/families, multi-disciplinary team members, practitioners and the public. - -Essential Job Duties:Prepares patients for practitioner visit; rooms patients, obtains and records vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem; chaperones and documents the patient exam, ensuring patient privacy and comfort. -Performs, or assists with, patient care, diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training/scope of licensure and established procedures; follows triage standing orders/protocols for routine nursing situations and refers complex, urgent or emergent situations to an RN or provider. -Assists with point of care testing (CLIA-Waived Tests only)/lab tests following established protocols/instructions. -Administers patient medications per written provider order; tracks and logs medication usage per established policies; inventories counts of controlled substances.Documents procedures and interactions in patient's medical record in accordance with established procedures; enters, pends and signs orders as appropriate.Organizes exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep and re-stocking of supplies; prepares, cleans and sterilize instruments and maintains related equipment. -Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials for /effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. - Patient Population Served: - Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department's defined specific populations served.Performs related duties as required.#MISSIONCRITICAL
Qualifications
Education/Experience RequirementsGraduated from an accredited school of practical nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. One year of LPN work experience in a clinic setting OR two years of acute care LPN work experience preferred.Licensure/CertificationCurrent licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Washington State Board of Nursing.Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.If assigned to the Float Pool, current driver's license and ability to drive to assigned location(s). - - -

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