Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Allergy Clinic

Responsibilties include:

• Rooms patients including making a patient assessment; collects medical data; documents data for appropriate visit; and assists with the physical exam.
• Triages patient situations over the telephone to determine the appropriate medical attention.
• Administers medications based upon written orders from the physician.
• Uses triage and decision making skills to schedule patients on the computer.
• Provides patient education through maintaining well-stocked supplies and medical literature regarding various medical issues.
• Assists in various medical procedures.

- This position requires the ability to triage and assess patients; strong interpersonal skills; a basic knowledge of nursing; the ability to solve problems; excellent technical skills; physical stamina; time management skills; excellent communication skills.

- Experience in an ambulatory care setting; the ability to be multi-task oriented; the ability to work at a fast pace; and the ability to operate as a member of a team.

- A current Washington State Practical Nursing License is required for this position.

Virginia Mason offers much more than competitive compensation and benefits. With continuing education opportunities and the added potential of relocation assistance, you will find our commitment to your well-being is both rewarding and refreshing. There is also the lifestyle benefit that comes with finding yourself in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by the vibrancy and sophistication of one of the most livable cities in the country, finding the perfect urban or outdoor pursuit will instinctively and pleasurably become second nature. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state  CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.  While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!