LPN Clinic

Franciscan Medical Group; University Place (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support daily clinic operations and patient care. You will prep patient charts, room patients, record vitals, allergies, and medications, while collaborating with the clinical team to maintain smooth clinic flow.

You will perform or assist with nursing procedures, CLIA-waived tests, and medication administration per orders, documenting interactions in the medical record and maintaining a clean, stocked exam

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse license for Washington State.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for practitioner visit; rooms patients and records vital signs, allergies, medications and presenting problems; ensures privacy and comfort.
• Performs or assists with patient care, diagnostic tests and procedures per scope and protocols; triages to RN or provider as needed.
• Assists with point-of-care testing (CLIA-Waived) following established protocols.
• Administers medications per provider orders; logs usage and inventories controlled substances.
• Documents procedures and interactions in the patient’s medical record; signs orders as appropriate.
• Organizes and cleans exam rooms; restocks supplies and sterilizes instruments.

Education

LPN program WA approved

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 licenseand 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

Required

• 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

• 1-3 years One year of LPN work experience in a clinic setting, upon hire or
• 1-3 years two years of acute care LPN work experience, upon hire

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.