Licensed Practical Nurse

Patient Flow LPNPartnering for a stronger, healthier world.At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue a career in humankindness.Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.The posted compensation range of $26.62 - $44.23 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.Employment Type: Full TimeDepartment: Medical / Surgical / OrthopedicsHours/Pay Period: 72Weekly Schedule: 0700-1930Category: Staff NurseShift: DayJob DetailsJob Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs a Patient Flow Nurse, you will optimize patient movement throughout the hospital, ensuring efficient transitions between departments, units, and levels of care. Your role minimizes wait times and maximizes bed utilization. Every day you will assess bed availability, patient acuity, and discharge readiness, proactively managing admissions, transfers, and discharges. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, resolving logistical challenges and prioritizing patient movement based on clinical urgency and resources. To be successful in this role, you need strong critical thinking, a comprehensive understanding of hospital operations, and exceptional communication. Your calm, swift decision-making and mediation skills in dynamic situations are essential for seamless patient progression.Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs nursing admission assessments on VMFH patients as they are admitted through the Emergency Department, surgical or procedural setting or through the direct admit process. (50%)Receives notification of pending admissions per established procedures; interviews patients to gather relevant information (e.g. weight, height, vital signs, drug allergies, presenting problems, etc) and make an initial assessment; screens, communicates and responds to patients' needs appropriately and within scope of practice.Enters patient data per established procedures in the electronic medical record.Ascertains pertinent information regarding a patient's current medication profile and communicates to receiving nurse in a timely and accurate manner.Observes general and specific physical and behavioral signs and symptoms; assesses for, and effectively communicates deviations from normal conditions; recognizes urgent/emergent situations and refers them to a RN or other provider as appropriate.Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, facilitates patient throughput by supporting the patient discharge process across the acute care setting. (35%)Job RequirementsRequiredGraduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program or equivalent recognized military training) and successful passage of the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses, upon hire andProof of confirmed acceptance into an accredited RN program, 9 - monthsSuccessful completion of the nursing program, 24 - monthsLicensed Practical Nurse: WA, upon hireBasic Life Support - CPR, upon hireWhere You'll WorkVirginia 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.Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.Nursing excellence starts with you.Are you a career fit with our CommonSpirit Health culture? To understand how we are structured, we believe in some core philosophies with the following:We will be stronger together, achieving excellence in all we do, collaborating across the fields and growing our collective knowledgeWe will let humankindness guide us as we treat every person with holistic, personalized care for the body, mind and spirit.We will advance the science and art of nursing as innovative leaders who demonstrate the power of evidence-based, compassionate care. If you believe in working together with humankindness for all to advance the science and art of nursing - then you have found your career fit with us!"Our hope is that you will always feel inspired, knowing you truly are the heart and soul of CommonSpirit." – Kathleen D. Sanford, EVP, Chief Nursing Officer Success ProfileWhat makes a successful Patient Flow LPN at St Michael Medical Center?CollaborativeCompassionateEfficientGood ListenerOrganizedProblem-SolverYour Potential Career PathThis is a snapshot of your potential career path highlights the series of job positions that help you progress towards your goals and objectives. Ultimately, your career path depends on your career values and personal goals.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 time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!Our Total Reward offeringsAt CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.For more information, please visit Total Rewards.Pay and RecognitionBalanced LifeWell-BeingProfessional GrowthFinancial FutureDependent CareCommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed