Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Nexus Family Healing is looking to add several On Call Registered Nurses to our newest location in Portland, Oregon!
This small PRTF program serves up to six youth at a time, ages 10-17 with mental and developmental disabilities who have become involved in the justice system. The program, located at Nexus’ Walden Crossing, is a secure residential location, providing high staff to youth ratios as well as 24 / 7 nursing, recreational and therapeutic professionals, psychiatric services, and an array of other types of therapies as indicated.
Join an organization that makes a true difference in the lives of youth & their families!
Schedule / Location / Pay :
- On Call On-site opportunity
- Walden Crossing Address : 881 NE 162nd Ave, Portland OR 97320
- Non-hospital setting; small residential program
- Working with youth clients - ages 10-17
- Located on the Albertina Kerr campus
- Starting pay range : $47-$50 an hour!
- $500 Sign On Bonus
Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include :
Paid Time Off401k matchNEW – Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole familyAdvancement pathways and internal promotionShift Differential
$1 / hour differential for overnights during the week, Sunday night through Friday morning : (12AM -7 : 59 AM)$2 / hour for day and evening shifts on weekends, Saturday morning through Sunday evening : (8AM – 11 : 59 PM)$3 / hour for weekend overnights, Friday night and Saturday night : (12AM – 7 : 59 AM)Position Summary :
Our Nurse (RN) promotes the health and well-being to Nexus Family Healing residents by providing client-centered health care services, in accordance with Nexus Family Healing policies, procedures, and protocols.
Primary responsibilities :
Resident Medical Care
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams regarding medical aspects of client admissions.Communicates medical concerns and coordinates necessary follow-up appointments, and / or referrals with interdisciplinary teams both internally and externally.Collects and reviews clients’ medical data and ensures that medical records are current and accurate.Assesses nursing implications of all data pertaining to the resident and determines the need to communicate with the physician.Monitors acute and chronic medical conditions of clients; provides treatment or consultation as needed.In emergency situations, gather relevant information and assess client status. Provide appropriate care and / or treatment, direct others as necessary, and collaborate referral to a higher-level of care if appropriate.Treatment Team Collaboration
Serves as a resource to staff and other interdisciplinary teams regarding client medical concerns.Collaborates with the treatment staff to develop individual client treatment plans.Implement, monitor, and coordinate medication administration to clients
Verify, count, and administer medications to residents.Educates clients on medication side effects, adverse effects, and drug interactions.Monitors clients daily for side effects, adverse effects, and / or drug interactions.Ensures client prescriptions are filled and the appropriate amount is maintained through each client’s stay within the residential milieu.Monitors medication logbooks for completion and accuracy.Staff Meetings & Required Training
Completes all required trainings that are department / role specific & facility-wide requirements.Maintains and stay up to date with trainings and certifications (i.e., online trainings, internal and external in-person trainings, CPR certification, nursing license, first aid and safety, medication administration, and infection control etc.Participates in internal training opportunities with community partners.Client Confidentiality
Ensures client information remains confidential and compliant with Nexus policies involving client privacy, informed consent and confidentiality standards for clients and their families.Requirements :
Required Education and Licensure :
Graduate of an accredited school of nursingValid Registered Nurse LicenseQMHP qualified in Oregon1 + year related nursing experienceFirst Aid / CPR / Infection Control certificationValid driver’s license required.Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.Preferred :
1+ year related nursing experience in a residential settingOur ICARE Values :
Innovation : Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approachesCompassion : Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concernAgility : Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quicklyResponsiveness : Being quick, positive, and accurateExcellence : Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standardsAt Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.
APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!
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