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LPN Lead - Salish Cancer Center

2/21/2026

The Lead LPN provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care across the continuum, collaborating with providers and the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality oncology services. This role also involves providing day-to-day clinical guidance, supporting onboarding, and training for Medical Assistants.

Salary

28.22 - 39.25 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
The Puyallup Tribe operates an ambulatory medical and dental care facility within the boundaries of the Puyallup reservation in the city of Tacoma. The program is operated under P.L. 93-638 authority and follows the general model of IHS health centers of similar size. Inpatient care and referral specialty care are authorized for eligible individuals by the Managed Care Service also operated under P.L. 93-638 authority. A dental lab, outreach service, mental health program, WIC/well child program, and nutrition programs supplement the ambulatory services of the tribal health authority.
About the Role

Description


Join Our Team — Where Clinical Excellence Meets Compassionate Cancer Care


Location: Salish Cancer Center | Fife, WA | On-Site

Status: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $28.22 - $39.25 per hour

Position Close Date: March 5, 2026


Are you a skilled oncology Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment? Join Salish Cancer Care (SCC) and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families navigating cancer care.


As the Lead LPN, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care while serving as a trusted clinical lead and resource for Medical Assistants within the oncology clinic. This is an opportunity to blend hands-on clinical excellence with mentorship and workflow leadership in a setting grounded in compassion, cultural respect, and high-quality care.


What You’ll Do:

The Lead LPN delivers care across the continuum — assessment, intervention, evaluation, and follow-up — while collaborating closely with providers, RNs, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure seamless, high-quality oncology services.  


You will also provide day-to-day clinical guidance to Medical Assistants, support onboarding and training, and model best practices that elevate patient experience, safety, and operational efficiency. 


What You Bring:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with active WA State LPN license
  • Two (2) years of oncology nursing experience within the last three (3) years
  • Strong triage and patient assessment skills
  • Experience starting and maintaining IVs
  • Current BLS certification

Why Salish Cancer Center?

You’ll be part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to transforming the lives of those touched by cancer. We blend state-of-the-art oncology care with integrative, patient-centered approaches that support the whole person — body, mind, and spirit.

  • A Mission That Matters. You’ll help deliver compassionate care that honors dignity and respect, empowering patients and their families through every stage of their cancer journey. Our mission emphasizes integrity, inclusivity, and healing for everyone touched by cancer.
  • Team-Centered, Collaborative Environment. Our providers and staff take pride in their work, going above and beyond to ensure personalized care for every patient. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced clinicians across medical oncology, naturopathic care, acupuncture, and native healing modalities.
  • Integrative and Innovative Care. Salish Cancer Center is known for its integrative approach that combines evidence-based treatments with complementary therapies, including naturopathic medicine and acupuncture, supporting holistic wellness alongside conventional cancer care.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility. Our center features a modern infusion suite and on-site pharmacy, with advanced clinical resources that help staff deliver high-quality oncology services in a supportive setting.
  • Inclusive Culture and Values. We uphold values of compassion, respect, integrity, and health, and we are committed to an inclusive workplace where every team member and patient feels welcomed and valued.
  • Community Impact. As a not-for-profit entity of the Puyallup Tribe, Salish Cancer Center plays a meaningful role in the community — offering hope, support, and care that honors culture, tradition, and individual healing journeys.


If you’re passionate about patient care and making a real impact, submit your resume today and help us deliver compassionate, high-quality care every day!


In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.


Key Skills
Oncology NursingPatient CareClinical LeadTriagePatient AssessmentIV InsertionBLS CertificationMentorshipWorkflow LeadershipInterdisciplinary Collaboration
Categories
HealthcareManagement & Leadership
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