Pre-Admit Endoscopy LPN — Gastro Clinic

Franciscan Medical Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Gastro Clinic LPN to provide essential nursing care in our gastroenterology clinic, assisting physicians during examinations and procedures and ensuring accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes outstanding clinical skills, strong communication, and a patient, detail-oriented approach to support high-quality care and efficient patient flow across our Puget Sound network.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program and one year of related work experience.
• Licensed Practical Nurse: WA.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-admit nursing care by telephone, including patient interviews, initial assessments, and accurate nursing documentation within LPN scope of practice.
• Collect and document essential patient information, including weight, allergies, current medications, presenting concerns, and relevant medical history.
• Triage patient needs, recognize urgent or emergent conditions, and promptly communicate changes in patient status to the appropriate provider.
• Assist physicians and advanced practice providers with patient assessments, examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Coordinate patient care by assessing patient and family needs, communicating with providers, monitoring records for completeness, and ensuring timely, accurate documentation.
• Educate patients on gastrointestinal conditions, treatments, pre-admit instructions, and preventative care while evaluating understanding and supporting compliance.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Practical Nursing program

Military training (equivalents)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Gastro Clinic LPN to provide essential nursing care in our gastroenterology clinic, assisting physicians during examinations and procedures and ensuring accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes outstanding clinical skills, strong communication, and a patient, detail-oriented approach to support high-quality care and efficient patient flow across our Puget Sound network.