Clinic RN

Community Health at Home; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health at Home is seeking a dedicated full-time Clinic RN for their Gig Harbor location. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment without weekend shifts or holidays. Candidates should be energetic and passionate about nursing, with a focus on patient interactions and clinical excellence, while also receiving benefits like free parking. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified external candidates.

Benefits

Sign on bonus for qualifying new external Clinic RNs

Free parking

Competitive pay

Great schedule with no weekends or holidays

Qualifications

• One year RN work experience in a clinic setting OR two years of acute care RN experience preferred.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Delivers professional nursing care to clinic patients; performs diagnostic testing and related clinical procedures.
• Administers patient medications per written provider order; tracks and logs medication usage.
• Documents procedures and interactions in patient’s electronic medical record.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

Sign on Bonus for qualifying new external Clinic RNs available!

Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full time Clinic RN for the Franciscan Plastic Surgery in Gig Harbor, WA. We are looking for an engaged, energetic and passionate RN interested in high quality patient care. Free parking, competitive pay, great schedule and no weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.

Job Summary: This job is responsible for providing professional nursing services which focus on the provision of quality patient care in a clinic setting consistent with CHI Franciscan Health (CHI-FH) standards/values, applicable regulatory requirements and Franciscan Medical Group (FMG) Scope of Practice policy. An incumbent is engaged in direct care of clinic patients, including assessing, coordinating, triaging, evaluating and delegating work to members of the patient care team, and for providing education and consultation with patients, families, physicians and other staff members in implementing appropriate nursing interventions for optimal patient care. Work is performed under standards of safety and care that provide instruction/guidance for taking care of issues and patient needs in the absence of a physician/provider. Work requires the application of judgment and critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care (within the scope of practice), including knowledge and integration of available standards, resources and data, and in the efficient utilization of staff/resources. Work involves continuous contact with physicians/providers, patients, patient families, community agencies, patient care staff and management. An incumbent is accountable for the quality of care provided to patients, and has the authority to direct care, provide education, and delegate appropriate tasks.

Essential Duties:

• Delivers professional nursing care to clinic patients; performs diagnostic testing and related clinical procedures to appropriate level of training/scope of licensure and established procedures; independently triages nursing situations in accordance with standing orders/protocols; addresses more complex, urgent or emergent situations escalated from other clinic staff.
• Administers patient medications per written provider order; tracks and logs medication usage per established policies; inventories counts of controlled substances.
• Assists with point of care testing (CLIA-Waived Tests only)/lab tests following established protocols/instructions.
• Documents procedures and interactions in patient’s electronic medical record in accordance with established procedures; enters, pends and signs orders as appropriate.
• 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.
• Organizes exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep and re-stocking of supplies; prepares, cleans and sterilizes 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.

Qualifications

Education/ Work Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. One year RN work experience in a clinic setting OR two years of acute care RN work experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.

Overview

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.