Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

CARE TEAM NURSE (RN/LPN)

Location: West Salem Clinic, 1233 Edgewater Street NW, Salem OR 97304

Job Status: Full-time, Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays

Sign-Bonus : $3,000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)

Referral Bonus: $1000 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting.)

YOUR ROLE:

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Oregon Nursing License (RN or LPN) 
• CPR/BLS certification 
•  Possess clinical expertise in an outpatient environment and triage.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and decision-making.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while under pressure.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of patients in a short span of time, while dealing with unpredictable issues.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and lifestyles.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health 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
• 7½ paid holidays each year 2 paid floating holidays
• Continuing Education Plan
• Employee Healthy Living Program

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at:  Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at:  HR@nwhumanservices.org | 503.588.5828

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

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