Float Nurse

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Nurses in this position will be eligible to cover for primary care clinic nurse shifts at Blackburn, Old Town Clinic, OTRC, Hansen, LOC, and Evergreen Crossing. The clinic nurse provides comprehensive community and clinic health services directed towards the prevention of disease, the promotion of health, and the client's self-care using professional judgment in comprehensive assessment, screening, nursing diagnosis, care planning, counseling, intervention, case management, health information /education, referral and evaluation.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, (Four, 9 hour shifts plus one optional, 4 hour shift)

Locations: Blackburn Center (12121 E Burnside St. Portland, OR 97216), Old Town Clinic (727 W Burnside Street. Portland, OR 97209), Old Town Recovery Center (33 NW Broadway Portland, OR 97209), Hansen Shelter Clinic (1111 NW Naito Pkwy. Portland, OR 97209), Letty Owings Center (NE Portland), Evergreen Crossing (8225 NE Wasco St. Portland, OR 97220)

Compensation: Minimum rate of $44.05 per hour but can be higher depending on a candidate's experience level

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a course of accredited study that leads to the AD, or BS or AA degree in Nursing from OSBN or State Board approved course.
• Current RN license in the State of Oregon.
• BSN/QMHP preferred.
• Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
• Must understand the causes of homelessness and poverty, the medical and psychosocial sequelae of homelessness and the systems and processes used to help complex and medically vulnerable participants secure and maintain stable housing, healthcare, and other social services.
• Nursing experience and/or recent educational preparation working with either psychiatric or chemical dependency populations preferred.
• Must have experience working with high-risk participants.
• BLS certification including child/infant certification is required prior to start date.
• If using a vehicle for agency use, must possess a current driver's license, access to a vehicle, qualify as an Acceptable Driver as designated in Central City Concern's 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 $100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.
• Must generally have the ability to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects, and climb stairs with reasonable or no accommodation.
• Central City Concern is committed to a drug-free workplace that encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct care and delegate care of patients as indicated by patient needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the standing orders and/or by physician. Utilize Pyxis and maintain electronic bed list.
• Observe and record pertinent information with regard to the care and condition of patients.
• Formulate individualized nursing care plans and participate in patient care conferences.
• Make referrals to hospitals and other agencies.
• Provide patient care and other work related directives for Subacute Technicians.
• Assist the staff physician. Respond in emergency situations.
• Give and receive report at shift changes.
• Consult with other health team members to lend guidance as necessary.
• Work closely with clinical staff ensuring integrated patient care.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and treatment methods.
• Application of knowledge in nutrition, sanitation, and personal hygiene.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and to apply techniques for specific needs.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to work in an environment where people may be hostile or abusive.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork.
• Ability to learn and apply training instruction.
• Knowledge of medical assessment with intoxicated persons.

BENEFITS

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.

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate 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
• 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.

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, and pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

CCC values and celebrates diversity in race, heritage, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, and disability. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prioritize active inclusion of diverse staff.

Central City Concern is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding the 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.