Supervisor Clinic Nurse RN
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Federal Way, WA, 98001
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 47.41-70.52 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full time Supervisor, Clinic Nurse, RN for our Franciscan Family Practice Clinic in Federal Way, WA. No weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.
As our Clinical Nurse Supervisor, you will be a visionary leader, setting the standard for exceptional patient care and empowering our teams to achieve unparalleled clinical excellence.
Every day, you will inspire and lead a dedicated clinical team (nurses & aides) to prioritize patient needs, maintaining rigorous oversight of regulatory compliance, staffing, and fiscal health. You'll passionately advocate for your team, translating their insights into actionable strategies that uplift both staff and patient experiences.
To thrive in this pivotal role, you will embody confident leadership, master tough conversations with grace, and excel as an educator at heart. Your exceptional communication will transform every interaction into a powerful opportunity to elevate understanding and drive our shared mission for superior patient outcomes.
- Coordinate with the Clinic Manager, Medical Director and other staff to set appropriate goals for the clinic. Communicate clinic goals to employees and ensure that they have the tools and means necessary to achieve them.
- Coordinate nursing operations and activities to ensure efficient and quality service; ensure compliance with regulations and clinic standards of quality patient care and patient confidentiality. Ensure that Infection Control/Exposure Plans are understood and followed by staff. Evaluate patient care needs within scope of licensure. Suggest solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
- Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem. Anticipates the needs of the patient and the practitioner during the exam. Ensure patient privacy and comfort during the exam; instruct patients in the collection of samples and other tests.
- Administer ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes. Start intravenous lines and administer intravenous fluids with appropriate certification. Under supervision of the practitioner, inform patients of lab results, call in prescriptions to pharmacies and return practitioners’ phone messages. Documents all procedures and interactions in patient’s medical record. Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures
- Supervises all aspects of employee management including selection, orientation, training and staffing of the nursing staff; ensures the effective development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Coordination of nursing activities with practitioners. Prepare clinical staff schedules. Monitor, edit and sign off on staff timecards each pay period.
- Conduct employee performance appraisals for supervised staff, setting individual goals and follow-up as outlined in policies and procedures.
Education/ Work Experience:
- Graduate of accredited school of Registered Nursing approved by the WA State Board of Nursing required.
- BSN preferred.
- Previous supervisory/lead experience preferred.
- Within the last five- (5) years, three- (3) years of nursing experience in a clinic setting or five- (5) years of acute hospital nursing experience preferred.
Licensure/Certifications:
- Current WA State license as RN required.
- CPR BLS Certification issued by the American Heart Association
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.
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Frequently asked questions
In Federal Way, a Supervisor Clinic Nurse RN uniquely blends hands-on clinical expertise with leadership, focusing on outpatient care coordination and staff mentorship within community clinics, differing from hospital nurse managers by emphasizing ambulatory patient services and regulatory compliance in a family practice setting.
Key leadership traits include empathetic communication, strategic problem-solving, and the ability to foster professional growth. These qualities empower nursing teams to maintain high-quality patient care while navigating challenges like staffing, compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration in fast-paced clinics.
Absolutely. Supervisory roles in clinics serve as a gateway to advanced management positions by honing skills in operational oversight, regulatory adherence, and team leadership, all highly valued across Washington State’s healthcare networks seeking clinical leaders with practical management experience.
While a current Washington State RN license and BLS CPR certification are mandatory, clinics in Puget Sound often favor candidates with advanced certifications like Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or specialty training in ambulatory care nursing to meet regional healthcare standards.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters a culture rooted in compassionate care, teamwork, and continuous learning. Supervisors can anticipate an environment encouraging innovation, interdisciplinary respect, and holistic patient focus aligned with the organization's mission to heal body, mind, and spirit.
The organization invests in leadership growth through targeted training, mentorship programs, and opportunities to lead quality improvement initiatives. This approach helps supervisors at Catholic Health Initiatives refine clinical and managerial skills while advancing their nursing careers.
Salaries generally vary between $85,000 and $105,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. Federal Way's competitive healthcare market values supervisory nursing roles highly, often providing benefits alongside pay to reflect the position’s leadership responsibilities.
The demand for skilled nursing supervisors is robust due to Federal Way’s growing healthcare services. While competition exists, candidates with strong clinical backgrounds and leadership experience, especially in outpatient settings, enjoy favorable prospects within this expanding job market.
Federal Way's location near major highways and public transit options facilitates manageable commutes. However, traffic patterns during peak hours can influence travel times, so prospective supervisors often evaluate flexible scheduling options or proximity to the clinic to optimize work-life balance.
This role demands proficiency in staff coordination, regulatory compliance, patient care oversight, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams. Supervisors also engage in scheduling, performance evaluations, and crisis resolution to sustain clinic efficiency and patient satisfaction.