Gastro Pre-Admit Clinic LPN
US-WA-TACOMA
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 261050
Type: Day
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Overview: In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more! Responsibilities: Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a Per diem Clinic LPN for our busy Franciscan Gastroenterology Clinic. Dynamic, patient-centered team looking for an energetic team member. Essential Job Duties: * 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. * 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/Experience Requirements * Graduated from an accredited school of practical nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. One year of LPN work experience in a clinic setting OR two years of acute care LPN work experience preferred. Licensure/Certification * Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Washington State Board of Nursing. * Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification. * If assigned to the Float Pool, current driver's license and ability to drive to assigned location(s).
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