Float Clinic LPN

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Franciscan Medical Group is currently seeking a Clinic LPN for our Regional Float Team in theKing County Region. Experienced LPNs may applyfor an excellent opportunity to learn clinical details across both primary and specialty VirginiaMason Franciscan Medical Group clinics. You receive additional compensation for your flexibilityto travel around the Puget Sound area as you expand your knowledge in ambulatory patient care.This is YOUR opportunity to be part of a high performing team with skills that transfer to allambulatory clinics.NOTE : Float Pool Supervisor is willing to discuss the region that will work best for you! King,Pierce and Peninsula Regions!Job Summary : This job is responsible, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other Healthcare Provider, forproviding quality practical nursing care to clinic patients consistent with the scope of LPN licensure andFranciscan Medical Group (FMG) Scope of Practice Policy. An incumbent assists providers with patientclinic visits, carrying out routine aspects of designated nursing protocols and provides clinical support andrelated assistance to professional medical staff.LPN’s participate in patient care planning, assisting with and / or performing therapeutic / diagnosticprocedures / tests, reporting nursing observations / assessments and updating information in the patient’selectronic medical record.An employee uses initiative in carrying out recurring tasks independently within scope of practice andestablished standards of care. An RN or Provider provides specific instructions for new or more complextasks and is consulted when unusual / unfamiliar situations are encountered.Work involves effectively managing a demanding workload and requires excellent customer service skillswith 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 theassigned clinic / work unit as needed to meeting staffing needs.Essential Job Duties :

• Greet and prepare patients for practitioner. Provide patient mobility assistance, as necessary.Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drugallergies, current medications and presenting problem. Anticipates the needs of the patient andthe practitioner during the exam. May include chaperone and documentation of the patient exam,ensuring patient privacy and comfort.
• Telephone and in-person contact to screen, gather information, communicates and responds topatient needs appropriately; ensuring documentation of the phone call meets standards.
• Administer ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, or sublingualroutes. Start IV’s, maintain and administer IV fluids / meds as ordered by provider.
• Under supervision of the practitioner, inform patients of lab results, process prescriptions topharmacies and return practitioners’ phone messages. Ensure that the patient or familyunderstands follow-up and referral information. Provide general health education within own levelof expertise and as directed by practitioner and nurse supervisor;
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms cleanand orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to Franciscan Medical Group ExposureControl Plan; anticipate Practitioner's needs for medications, supplies and equipment and planaccordingly.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures to appropriate level of training and establishedprocedures. Ensure patient privacy and comfort during the exam; instruct patients in the collectionof samples and other tests.
• Actively participate in continuing education and meetings; participates in committees asrequested; and participants in professional development activities and maintains professionalaffiliations.
• Exhibits and adheres to CommonSpirit Health's Core Values of Reverence, Integrity,Compassion and Excellence.#MISSIONCRITICAL

Job Requirements

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