On-call Nurse (RN or LPN) - Hooper Detoxification and Stabilization Center

About the role

This position provides direct patient care for a medically monitored 24 hour 7 day a week 58- bed detoxification and stabilization center. Has the support of Medical Director and Nursing Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and delegate care of patients as indicated by patient needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the standing orders and/or by physician.
• Utilize Pyxis and maintain electronic bed list.
• Observe and record pertinent information with regard to the care and condition of patients.
• Formulate individualized nursing care plans and participate in patient care conferences.
• Make referrals to hospitals and other agencies.
• Provide patient care and other work related directives for Subacute Technicians.
• Assist the staff physician.
• Respond in emergency situations.
• Give and receive report at shift changes.
• Consult with other health team members to lend guidance as necessary.
• Work closely with clinical staff ensuring integrated patient care.
• 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.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited two, three or four year course of training for nurses.
• Current Oregon RN or LPN license.
• MCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
• Current BLS certification required prior to start.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, squat, pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs several times a day.
• Ability to document nursing interventions and responses to care.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.
• Must not have had a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act within the past 3 years.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and treatment methods.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to work in an environment where people may be hostile or abusive.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork.
• Ability to learn and apply training instruction.
• Knowledge of medical assessment with intoxicated persons.