Residential Nurse (RN) - 4x10s; Wed-Sat (7a-530p)

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Since 1979 the Portland Community has trusted Central City Concern (CCC) to help people create meaningful longterm change. Every year we serve more than 13000 people experiencing or at riskof homelessness with affordable and supportive housing personcentered 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.

*SENIORITY BID WINDOW CLOSES ON: Wednesday May 14th 2025

Now Hiring: Join Central City Concern as a Nurse (RN) at our new 16 X Burnside Recovery Center

Location: Central City Concern 16 X Burnside Recovery Center (1616 E. Burnside St. Portland 97214)

Schedule: 40 hours/week; 4x10s

• Wednesday Saturday: (7:00am 5:30pm)

Compensation: $50.17/hour (Fixed Rate)

SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) of the 16th and Burnside Recovery 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 . This position is responsible for the daytoday provision and coordination of both medical and medication needs. This position is part of a multidisciplinary treatment team and will participate in care coordination clinical staff meetings and the overall attainment of wellness goals for the clients of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIREMENTS)

*Note: For formal consideration for the Nurse (RN) position please ensure your professional/working experience meets the following requirements:

1. Required: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid Oregon License.
2. Required:Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing.
3. Required:If using a vehicle for agency use must possess a current drivers license access to a vehicle qualify as an Acceptable Driver as designated in Central City Concerns Fleet Safety policy. Must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continued recertification training. Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of $100000/$300000 personal auto liability coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NOT REQUIRED BUT GREAT TO HAVE)

1. Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN).
2. Experience in behavioral health services.
3. Past experience with complex clients preferred.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1. Complete nursing assessment with clients at admission and develop a health and wellness plan.
2. Triage medical issues that arise for clients to determine the best location of care for their issue.
3. Implement physician orders.
4. Oversee the process of medication administration storage disposal and documentation for all prescribed and OTC (over the counter) medications.
5. Take vital signs on admission and monitor and document weight respiration pulse and blood pressure as needed.
6. Consult with the with the medical team to ensure proper medical interventions.
7. Coordinates with pharmacies to ensure medication is available for the clients in a timely and accurate manner.
8. Oversees the updating and maintenance of the MARs.
9. 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.
10. Assures maintenance of all medication room policies and procedures.
11. Assists in the collection of report data (i.e. Quality Assurance Utilization Review etc.).
12. Provide urgent or emergent assessment of medical or behavioral health problems and coordinate care if needed.
13. 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.
14. Attend and participate in required team agency and interdisciplinary meetings.
15. Coordinate and consult with other team members to keep team informed of client issues and progress.
16. Ensure timely completion of all required documentation.
17. Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with clients and other community resources including community providers.
18. Ensure that all records are current and meet applicable State and Federal guidelines and regulations.
19. Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
20. 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.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Work to create a harmonious homelike atmosphere for clients.
2. Understanding of nursing principles and practice.
3. Understanding of behavioral health disorders including a wide range of treatment and intervention methods.
4. Understanding of and ability to provide PersonCentered TraumaInformed 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 socioeconomic backgrounds including those with dual diagnoses or other disabilities who may display hostility.
11. Ability to recognize and acknowledge the limits of ones 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 CCCs quality standards.
13. Knowledge of and ability to utilize deescalation 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 Recognized Holidays 2 Personal Holidays to be used at the employees discretion.
• Comprehensive Medical Vision and Dental insurance coverage.
• Employer Paid Life Short Term Disability AND LongTerm Disability Insurance!

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.