Clinic LPN
Company: Franciscan Medical Group
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: May 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Up to a $5,000 Sign on Bonus for qualifying new
external Clinic LPNs Lump sum payment within 30 days of start date
1 year commitment Bonus 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
company Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible
health spending accounts (FSA) Matching 401(k) and 457(b)
Retirement Programs Tuition Assistance for career growth and
development CareWork premium account for additional support with
children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs Employee
Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Voluntary
Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft
Adoption Assistance Commute Trip Reduction Program - Earn cash back
for participation Wellness Program Responsibilities Franciscan
Medical Group, a part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is
currently seeking a full time clinic LPN for our Franciscan Medical
Clinic at St. Joseph on the St Joseph Medical Center campus in
Tacoma, WA. Come join our team based environment. No nights or
organizationally recognized holidays required. Excellent benefits
package and free onsite parking 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. If assigned to the centralized FMG
Float Pool, an incumbent provides patient care services to the
assigned clinic/work unit as needed to meeting staffing needs.
LPN-Clinic Specialty title applies only to employees assigned to
the VM OB Clinic. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 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 MISSIONCRITICAL Qualifications Education/Experience
Requirements Graduated 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/Certification Current
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).
Keywords: Franciscan Medical Group, Tacoma , Clinic LPN, Healthcare , Tacoma, Washington
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