Licensed Practical Nurse ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus) - #256246

Workforce Classification

On-site

Kinwell was founded on the principle of personalized, whole-hearted care for every patient. We believe the best healthcare is a conversation, and one that includes nutrition, fitness, sleep, and behavioral health. Our Clinicians and Clinic Support staff drive real change in their patient’s well-being. Along the way, we are setting a new standard for primary care, making it more accessible, impactful, and holistic.

We are dedicated to building great places to work. We value all teammates and respect a diversity of thought, ideas, and cultures—all focused on the common goal of nurturing the health of those we serve.

Kinwell fosters a culture that promotes employee growth, collaborative innovation, and inspired leadership. We bring agility to work every day and thrive on the opportunity to create something refreshing and new. This is where you come in. If you are looking for a new primary care opportunity, one based on the quality of care, not the quantity of patients, please consider our available positions.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a key role in providing high-quality patient care by assisting with clinical and administrative responsibilities within the scope of an LPN license. This role is responsible for patient intake, preparing exam rooms, assisting with clinical procedures, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the visit. The LPN also supports patient check-in and check-out processes, assists with scheduling follow-ups, and provides exceptional service to patients and their families. This role is located at our clinic in Bellingham, WA.

Kinwell offers a $5,000 sign on bonus for external applicants and eligible rehires for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations, including obtaining vital signs, weight, height, reviewing medications and medical history, allergies, and performing all ancillary tests required.
• Assist clinicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures within the LPN scope of practice.
• Administer immunizations and medications as directed by the provider and in accordance with state regulations.
• Perform point-of-care and ancillary testing as ordered by the clinician.
• Operate and maintain autoclave machines and other clinical equipment, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Dispense medications and medical appliances, and apply bandages, dressings, and splints as directed.
• Maintain lab supplies, equipment, and ensure compliance with CLIA requirements, including record-keeping and quality assurance.
• Ensure patient exam rooms and waiting areas are clean, well-stocked, and properly maintained.
• Assist in scheduling follow-up appointments and coordinating patient care needs.
• Accurately document patient interactions, treatments, and procedures in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Perform other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• One year of experience as an LPN in a physician’s office or similar clinical setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Certification from American Heart Association (AHA), Red Cross, or Military Training Network (MTN) or willingness to obtain within 6-months of hire. 
• Ability to problem-solve and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Independent decision-making skills and ability to resolve issues in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy, point of care testing, wound care, suture removal, medication administration and patient triage.
• Understands the principles of collecting and documenting relevant patient history, symptoms, and demographic data to support clinical decision making.
• Familiar with medical terminology, electronic health records systems and documentation standards to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Knowledge of preventative care strategies, chronic disease management and quality metrics such as HEDIS, PCMH, or other applicable population health initiatives.
• Understands the roles and responsibilities within a multidisciplinary care team and how to coordinate effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
• Knowledge of patient engagement techniques, customer service best practices, and methods to enhance the overall patient experience.
• Experience in a primary care, urgent care, or outpatient clinical setting. (Preferred)
• Proficiency in using EPIC or other electronic health record (EHR) systems. (Preferred)
  
  

Working Environment

• Work is performed within a clinical setting with frequent patient interactions.
• Standard office conditions with frequent use of computer, phone and medical record systems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without accommodation:

• Ability to stand for long periods and move freely within the clinic setting.
• Ability to exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person, and over the telephone.
  
  

Vaccine Requirement

Kinwell currently requires all teammates to provide proof of or complete a written attestation of a religious or medical exemption for influenza, COVID-19, and Hepatitis B vaccines. Healthcare providers may also be subject to CDC recommended vaccines.

Kinwell provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or other protected status. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the terms of the American with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is an adjustment to our standard application and/or interview process which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Kinwell. Please inform our Talent Acquisition team ([email protected]) if you are requesting an accommodation to participate in the application process.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Personal Funding Accounts (HSA, FSA, DCA)
• 401K
• Basic Life Insurance
• Disability-Short Term and Long-Term
• Supplemental Life and ADD&D
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying programs
• Employee Assistance
  
  

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

National Plus Salary Range

$60,300.00 - $96,500.00

• National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.