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Since 1979, the Portland Community has trusted Central City Concern (CCC) to help people create meaningful, long-term change. Every year, we serve more than 13,000 people experiencing, or at risk-of, homelessness with affordable and supportive housing, person-centered health care, addiction recovery and employment assistance. By providing health care, housing and jobs, CCC is ending homelessness in Portland and helping people achieve their highest potential.

Now Hiring: Join Central City Concern as a full-time Nurse (RN)

Location: Letty Owings Center

Schedule: 7:30am - 5:00pm (Monday - Thursday)

SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) of the Letty Owings Center is a support position in a residential treatment environment. The RN will act with compassion to provide high quality patient care for program clients and their children. This position is responsible for the day-to-day provision and coordination of both medical and medication needs. This position is part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team and will participate in care coordination, clinical staff meetings, and the overall attainment of wellness goals for the participants of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED)

1. Required: Must have a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN).
2. Required: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid Oregon License.
3. Required: At least two (2) years of formal nursing experience as licensed RN.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Preferred: Previous experience in Maternal and Child Health.
2. Preferred: Previous experience in behavioral health services.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1. Complete nursing assessment with clients at admission and develop a health and wellness plan.
2. Implement physician orders.
3. Oversee the process of medication administration, storage, disposal and documentation for all prescribed and OTC medications.
4. Take vital signs on admission and monitor and document weight, respiration, pulse and blood pressure as needed.
5. Consult with the Nurse Health Educator, Physician and Psychiatrist to ensure proper medical interventions.
6. Oversees the updating and maintenance of the MARs.
7. Oversees the accurate count, recording, and maintenance compliance with all medication storage including: a secured storage area for all prescription medications, separate locked storage for controlled substances, sharps, syringes, and other medical equipment. Assure maintenance of all medication room policies and procedures.
8. Assists in the collection of report data, (i.e. Quality Assurance, Utilization Review, etc.).
9. Provide urgent or emergent assessment of medical or behavioral health problems and coordinate care if needed.
10. Participate in the development of staff training and present information on medical issues including, but not limited to, universal precautions, disease transmission, medication policy, CPR, and First Aid.
11. Attend and participate in required team, agency, and interdisciplinary meetings.
12. Coordinate and consult with other team members to keep team informed of client issues and progress.
13. Ensure timely completion of all required documentation.
14. Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with clients, and other community resources, including community providers.
15. Ensure that all records are current, and meet applicable State and Federal guidelines and regulations.
16. Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
17. Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners' and outside providers' patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Work to create a harmonious "home-like" atmosphere for clients.
2. Understanding of nursing principles and practice.
3. Understanding of behavioral health disorders, including a wide range treatment and intervention methods.
4. Understanding of and ability to provide Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed care.
5. Ability to work both as a team member and independently to achieve program goals.
6. Ability to work closely with Medical Staff.
7. Understanding of HIPAA, 42 CFR Pt 2, confidentiality and boundaries, and a demonstrated ability to incorporate into daily job performance.
8. Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
9. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
10. Comfortable working with people from a diverse range of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, including those with dual diagnoses or other disabilities who may display hostility.
11. Ability to recognize and acknowledge the limits of own ability and expertise, and a willingness to seek information, help or support whenever appropriate.
12. Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary documentation per CCC's quality standards.
13. Knowledge of and ability to utilize de-escalation techniques, when encountering crisis situations.

BENEFITS at CCC

Central City Concern offers incredible benefits to our employees. We offer an extensive total rewards package to include base wages, medical, dental, vision and voluntary plans. Central City Concern also takes employees' financial wellness into consideration and provides a rich retirement match. In the spirit of inclusivity, we celebrate 11 holidays and have a generous paid time off (PTO) plan.

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks (of accrued time) per year at the time of hire. Accrual increases with longevity.
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your 3rd year!
• 11 paid Holidays + 2 Personal Holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
• Employer Paid Life, Short Term Disability, AND Long-Term Disability Insurance!
• Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.

Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.