Nurse

"At the Letty Owings Center-a residential substance use disorder treatment program serving pregnant and parenting women with children under the age of six-the Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, trauma-informed care. As a medical professional embedded within a behavioral health team, the RN supports mothers in recovery by coordinating their complex behavioral and physical health needs, conducting brief intake assessments, and monitoring for emergent health concerns through ongoing screenings. They ensure continuity of care by facilitating communication among internal treatment teams and external partners, including psychiatric providers and medication-assisted treatment services. The RN also supports client medication needs and provides guidance to the program's medication technician as needed. As a core member of a collaborative, mission-driven team, the RN helps women and their children build long-term stability and resilience through integrated, gender-responsive care."

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.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Complete nursing assessment with clients at admission and develop a health and wellness plan.
• Triage medical issues that arise for residents and their children to determine the best location of care for their issue.
• Oversee and clinically supervise the process of medication administration, acquisition, ordering, storage, disposal and documentation for all prescribed and facility provided in accordance to organizational protocols.
• Collaborate with team members, providers and outside vendors and care providers (pharmacies, specialists, PCP) on appropriate medical interventions.
• Coordinates with pharmacies to ensure medication is available for the residents in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversees the updating and maintenance of the MARs.
• Assists in the collection of report data, (i.e. Quality Assurance, Utilization Review, etc.).
• Participate in the development of staff training and present information on relevant medical issues.
• Attend and participate in required team, agency, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with clients, and other community resources, including community providers
• Ensure that all records are current and meet applicable State and Federal guidelines and regulations.
• 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.

LOC Nurse:

• Triage medical issues of children and refer as appropriate.
• Facilitate pregnancy and post partum care as needed.
• Past experience in Maternal and Child Health preferable
  
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Work to create a harmonious "home-like" atmosphere for clients.
• Understanding of behavioral health disorders, including a wide range treatment and intervention methods.
• Understanding of and ability to provide Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed care.
• Ability to work both as a team member and independently to achieve program goals.
• Understanding of HIPAA, 42 CFR Pt 2, confidentiality and boundaries.
• Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• 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.
• Ability to recognize and acknowledge the limits of own ability and expertise, and a willingness to seek information, help or support whenever appropriate.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary documentation per CCC's quality standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize de-escalation techniques, when encountering crisis situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid Oregon License.
• Two (2) years of nursing experience. Experience in behavioral health services preferred.
• Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern's drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Ace of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit. Must be approved by the Childcare Background Check Unit.
• Have, or able to obtain, BLS Certification prior to start date.
• Must be approved by the State of Oregon Employment Department Child Care Division.
• The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
• Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. Cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects. Able to climb stairs several times a day.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliations, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

BENEFITS: Central City Concern offers an incredible benefits package to our Regular/FT employees

• Generous paid time off plan which provides up to 4 weeks of PTO accrual in the first year. Accrual increases with longevity.
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with competitive employer match with 4.25% in the first year, 6% in the second year, and 8% in the 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!
• Excellent relocation package for those roles that qualify.

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 of 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, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

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 job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.