Ambulatory RN

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic ambulatory general internal medicine clinic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to adults with a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to patient education and advocacy within a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment & Triage: Conduct thorough nursing assessments, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, and symptom evaluation, and accurately triage patient concerns (in-person and via phone) to determine urgency and appropriate level of care, escalating as needed to the physician or advanced practice provider.
• Clinical Support & Procedures: Assist providers with examinations and procedures, prepare and administer medications (oral, IM, subcutaneous, IV as ordered), perform treatments such as wound care, EKG, point-of-care testing, and provide patient education related to diagnoses, medications, and self-management strategies.
• Care Coordination & Education: Facilitate communication between patients, providers, and other healthcare team members; coordinate referrals to specialists, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments, and empower patients through education on disease prevention, health promotion, and adherence to treatment plans.
• Documentation & Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management: Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation of all patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and care plans within the electronic health record system, adhering to all legal and ethical standards for privacy and data security.
• Collaboration & Quality Improvement: Actively participate in team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous professional development, contributing to a positive work environment and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and evidence-based patient care within the clinic.

We require:
- Current WA State RN license is required. 
- CPR certification is required every two years or as specified by the work. - Other certifications may be required for specialty areas.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
- Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to        the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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.