Job description

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Oregon since 1970.

CARE TEAM NURSE (RN/LPN)
We are currently seeking a Care Team Nurse (RN/LPN) to join our West Salem Clinic!

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HOURS & LOCATION*

This position is full-time 40 hours per week Monday – Friday; with rotating Saturday shifts.

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ABOUT US*

Northwest Human Services is an innovative Federally Qualified Health Center that has been providing residents of Marion and Polk counties with compassionate and professional medical, dental, mental health, and wraparound services for over 45 years. In addition to our Transitional Programs that provide services for the homeless, our medical clinics are Tier V Patient Centered Medical Homes, and our West Salem location offers fully integrated primary care, psychiatry, therapy, and dentistry all on the same campus. Our Medical, Dental and Mental Health care teams are committed to the overall wellness of our patients and work together to ensure patient needs are expertly evaluated and met with compassion and respect.

At NWHS, we offer a first-class employment experience, with a focus on teamwork, integrity, growth, and balance. This approach has contributed to a fast growing and dedicated team of over 200 individuals with an average tenure of over 5 years.

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YOUR ROLE AT NWHS*

As our Care Team Nurse, you will use a trauma-informed and whole-person approach to address patient wellness, acute illness, chronic disease, disability, and end-of-life needs in collaboration with their assigned primary care provider and care team. In this role, you will educate and motivate patients in areas related to self-care; dispense telephone advice to patients with minor acute problems; support the ongoing care management of patients with stable chronic disease; monitor patients during routine office visits; and perform of a variety of procedures that are within the scope of the professional nursing practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Oregon Nursing License (RN or LPN) is required
• CPR/BLS certification is required

• The ideal candidate will possess clinical expertise in an outpatient environment and triage.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and decision-making.
• Ability to work well in a group setting.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while under pressure.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.
• Personal flexibility to perform in an ever-changing work environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage high volumes of patients in a short span of time, while dealing with unpredictable issues.
• Ability to deal with the public politely, courteously, efficiently, and effectively.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and lifestyles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Summary of Benefits: Our Board of Directors and Administration strives to provides a benefits program that is comprehensive, competitive within our industry, and affordable for our employees.

• Full Comprehensive Medical with 2 plans, Dental, and Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Group Life: Short Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• 10 hours of monthly Paid Time Off based on FTE
• 7 ½ paid holidays each year + 2 floating holidays.
• Continuing Education Plan
• Employee Healthy Living Program

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, please apply online!

For more information, please contact the HR/Recruiting Department at:
Office: 503-588-5828 | Email: hr@nwhumanservices.org

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Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._

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All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo criminal records check._

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: One location

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