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Float Ambulatory RN Clinic

Franciscan Medical Group

Tacoma, Washington

$43.1–$71.12/hr

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Posted Aug 7, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 9, 2026

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$43.1–$71.12/hr

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As a 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. 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. Administers patient medications per written provider order; tracks and logs medication usage per established policies; inventories counts of controlled substances. Administers approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes; administers IV fluids/medications. Obtains samples for point of care tests including swabs and urine/stool; performs venipuncture to obtain venous blood samples.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing upon hire; Registered Nurse: WA upon hire; Basic Life Support - CPR upon hire; 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.

About the employer

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Franciscan Medical Group
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Franciscan Medical Group is a clinic-based medical group operating in Tacoma, WA, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH). VMFH serves the Puget Sound region and is affiliated with CommonSpirit Health, one of the largest nonprofit health systems in…

3.8 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • No holidays or weekends for clinic-based positions
  • Sign-on bonuses available for qualifying new external hires
  • Team-oriented, collaborative work environment with passionate colleagues

What reviewers flag

  • VMFH website acknowledges high call volumes and long patient wait times in clinics, suggesting potential workload or capacity pressures
  • Privacy incidents referenced on VMFH website may raise data security concerns for staff
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Living in Tacoma, WA

Tacoma sits on Puget Sound with Mount Rainier rising dramatically to the southeast, offering nurses a Pacific Northwest lifestyle at a more approachable pace than nearby Seattle. The historic Stadium District and rustically revitalized Point Defiance Park capture the city's blend of industrial heritage and outdoor access. Commutes to Seattle are manageable when bigger-city amenities call.

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Metro price level · Tacoma area
111.1
11% above the national average
Median gross rent
$1,676/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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