Registered Nurse - Hep C Free Case Manager - MD149

Title: Hepatitis C Nurse Case Manager - RN

Location: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 &

Wellness Center - 12360 E. Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, with occasional evenings or weekends required.

Wage Range: $42.00 – $47.25 hourly, non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Nurse Case Manager (RN) looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Hepatitis C Nurse Case Manager is responsible for providing nursing care and case management services to patients with or at risk for Hepatitis C. This includes conducting testing, delivering patient education, supporting medication adherence, and coordinating treatment plans in both clinical and mobile outreach settings. The Nurse Case Manager will work as part of an integrated care team and collaborate closely with medical providers, community partners, and outreach teams to ensure timely, patient-centered care. The RN will also participate in community education and outreach to raise awareness and engage high-risk populations, with a strong focus on culturally responsive and trauma-informed care.

What you will do:

• Provides nurse case management services for patients undergoing Hepatitis C testing and treatment, including coordination of care plans, medication adherence support, and follow-up.
• Conducts comprehensive patient education on Hepatitis C transmission, prevention, treatment options, and harm reduction strategies.
• Monitors treatment progress, tracks outcomes, and updates care plans as needed.
• Serves as a patient advocate and liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, and community partners to ensure seamless and compassionate care.
• Collaborates with medical providers, pharmacists, medical assistants, Behavioral Health Consultants, and outreach staff to deliver integrated, patient-centered services.
• Delegates appropriate tasks to medical assistants and supports their ongoing training.
• Performs Medical tasks as needed, such as patient intake, vital sign collection, risk screening, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing for HCV, HIV, and STIs following the NARA NW MA Competency Guidebook.
• Participates in mobile outreach and community-based services to engage high-risk and underserved populations.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other required systems.
• Exhibits the ability to work with patients of various socio-economic backgrounds and temperaments; demonstrates tact, diplomacy and compassion, responds appropriately in emergency and stressful situations and acts as a patient advocate

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing required
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse with the State of Oregon and with the State of Washington.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work occasional evenings and Saturdays
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both clinical and community-based settings indoor and outdoor
• Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and documentation standards
• Culturally responsive and trauma-informed care approach required
• Experience in the field of nurse case management, Hepatitis C, HIV, community/public health nursing, substance abuse disorder and/or mental health field is strongly preferred
• Experience working with individuals affected by substance use, homelessness, or other complex social needs is strongly preferred
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is highly valued
• Ability to travel between clinical sites and community outreach locations as needed
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25^th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Salary : $42 - $47