• Job Summary and Responsibilities
• As a Float Clinic Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a central figure in our patient care team, delivering exceptional, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.

Every day you will collaborate on comprehensive screenings, conduct critical risk assessments, provide vital preventative health education, and expertly coordinate care for diverse patient populations, leveraging technology to streamline processes. You'll ensure patients feel informed and at ease, patiently guiding them through instructions and addressing their concerns. To be successful in this role, you will combine robust clinical knowledge and technological proficiency with genuine compassion, strong communication skills, and an adaptable approach to learning and patient-centered care. + Delivers professional nursing care to clinic patients; performs diagnostic testing and related clinical procedures to appropriate level of training/scope of licensure and established procedures; independently triages nursing situations in accordance with standing orders/protocols; addresses more complex, urgent or emergent situations escalated from other clinic staff. + Performs a variety of patient assessment/care tests (e.g. EKG, Spirometry, vision/hearing screening, peak flow, color blindness, etc.) in accordance with established protocols. Makes independent wound assessments and performs complex wound care and dressing changes, including placement or changing of wound vac); removes sutures or staples after wound assessment by a Provider. Inserts and/or removes tubes, drains, urinary catheters, including removal of peripherally-inserted central catheter (PICC); applies splints/braces. Instructs patients in the collection of samples and other tests; ensures that patient or family understands follow-up and referral information. Informs patients of lab results, calls in prescriptions to pharmacies and returns practitioners' phone messages. + Answers questions and provides health care education and guidance to patients and/or families; explains/interprets results, findings, and diagnoses to patient and/or patient's family within standards of practice. + Provides direct assistance to provider in complex nursing care situations. + Administers patient medications per written provider order; tracks and logs medication usage per established policies; inventories counts of controlled substances. Administers approved medications (e.g. legend drugs, vaccines and schedule III-V controlled substances) via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes; administers IV fluids/medications, including antineoplastic agents, investigational drugs and/or blood products, in accordance with physician orders; performs installation of fluids or medications into bladder via catheter. Administers drops, topical ointments/pastes/creams and/or nebulizer treatments. Assists with point of care testing (CLIA-Waived Tests only)/lab tests following established protocols/instructions. + Obtains samples for point of care tests including swabs and urine/stool; performs venipuncture to obtain venous blood samples.

• This position is based in Pierce County
• Job Requirements
• Required + Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, upon hire and +

Registered Nurse:

WA, upon hire

• and•+ Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire •and•+

Driver's License:

WA, upon hire Preferred + One year RN work experience in a clinic setting or + two years of acute care RN 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
• $43.

10 - $71.12 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.