LPN Clinic

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team. You will lead in preparing patient charts, obtaining up-to-date information, and coordinating care during on-site physician availability.

You will room patients, record vital signs, assist with procedures, administer medications per orders, document in the medical record, and help maintain exam rooms and supplies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program and WA LPN license upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification upon hire.
• Preferred: two years of acute care LPN experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for practitioner visits and records vital signs and other information.
• Assists with patient care, diagnostic tests and clinical procedures; follows triage protocols.
• Assists with point-of-care testing and lab tests per protocols.
• Administers medications per provider orders and logs usage.
• Documents procedures and orders in the medical record.
• Keeps exam rooms clean, stocked, and sterilizes instruments.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient charting

Procedural support

Medication administration

Education

WA LPN license

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you’ll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team. You’ll take the lead on proactive preparation of patient charts; ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility. Every day, you'll manage care for multiple patients, adapting to physician availability on-site, and actively collaborate with your clinical team to prioritize tasks and ensure seamless patient flow throughout the clinic. Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients.

• 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.

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing., upon hire and
• Licensed Practical Nurse: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• two years of acute care LPN work experience

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.

Pay Range

$28.55 - $48.43 /hour