RN Registered Nurse Harborview's Mobile Outreach Team

Job Description

Harborview Medical Centers Mobile Outreach Teamhas an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN).

WORK SCHEDULE:

• 100% FTE 40 hours/weekly

• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) was created in 2023 to reach the most vulnerable populations that either have never engaged in HIV medical care or have a history of intermittent HIV medical care with poor adherence to medication. The goal of the team is to assist in reengagement of HIV related medical services.

Harborviews MOT RN is a shared position between the Harborview Max clinic in the ninth and Jefferson building King County Public Health and Peer Seattle.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Conveniently located near public transportation

• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• The RN goes into the community to reconnect and reengage clients in HIV care. Provide services in encampments supportive and independent housing and shelters

• Function as an important member of the team providing onsite triage medication management lab draws and injection administration

• Oversee the care and coordination of medical/psychosocial services and reconnection to care

• Provide medical advice both urgent and routine to patients and MOT team members

• Work closely with the Max Clinic RN to provide coverage and support clinic needs as available.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Washington

• At least 2 years of professional nursing experience in any of the follow fields: infectious disease primary care community/public health reproductive/womens health substance use/addiction services and/or mental health

• Outreach experience

• Knowledge of community social services low barrier models harm reduction principles and/or diverse populations including houseless and underserved

• Understanding of medication assisted treatment (MAT)

• Nurse Triage experience

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.