Registered Nurse

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Hillsboro, OR

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve. If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply. Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides holistic patient care service as a member of the primary care team. The RN performs routine clinical tasks necessary for efficient patient care and assists other patient care providers as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assess patient needs through problem-oriented history, including past medical history, current problems and vital signs. • Identify patients with significant health risks, including patients at risk due to hereditary factors, lifestyle, diet, substance abuse, social/cultural/environmental factors, and/or inadequate understanding of their disease process or treatment plan. • Perform patient education involving explanation to the patient of diagnosis, treatment plan (including use of medications and their effects and side effects), infection control (if indicated), and preventative techniques to lower patient risk of future disease or accident. • Assess patient needs through telephone interviews – advise patients over the phone and identify patients with urgent care needs. • Triage patients who arrive without appointments, including assessment and evaluation for need of medical care based on their medical history, present complaint, vital signs, and physical assessment (after physician consult if necessary). • Dispense medication under M.D. supervision and administration of oral, I.M. and I.V. medication as ordered by M.D., FNP, and CNW. • Case manage high-risk patients. • Facilitate patient/family group education sessions. • Coordinate patient flow and triage patients in the absence of the provider when provider is out or unavailable. • Update on-call providers daily on changing needs of complex, high maintenance or high-risk patients. • Maintain infection control within the clinic. • Perform laboratory procedures when necessary. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) HIPAA Requirements: The RN will use PHI to answer patient questions about their medical problems or plan of care, to triage and schedule appointments for urgent medical problems, to relay information from the health care providers to the patient and to provider nursing visits at patients homes. Applying the minimum necessary rules of HIPAA, the designated record sets to which this employee will have access include: scheduling, demographics, and view only patient account information in the practice management system, and the complete medical record, including confidential sections. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken language preferred. • Commitment to providing quality health care to all. • Demonstrated commitment to working with patients and staff from a wide range of ethnic, economic, cultural and social backgrounds. Education and Experience Required: • Current Oregon RN License. Behavioral Competencies: Accountability • Role model VG’s mission, vision, and shared values Customer-Focus • Listen to the voice of the customer and strive to delight them by exceeding their expectations Teamwork • If someone needs help, help them Initiative • Be innovative, apply fresh ideas, and continuously improve how you do your work Confidentiality • Maintain strict confidentiality and respect the privacy of others Ethical Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work Respect • Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients Communication • Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand perspective of others Physical Requirements: Percentage of time spent • Standing: 10% • Walking: 25% • Sitting: 60% • Lifting/Carrying: 5% • Physically demanding tasks: Must be able to occasionally lift/carry up to 30 lbs. – supplies Working Environment/Physical Hazards: • Work in well-lighted, ventilated environment • Exposure to blood borne pathogens and to potentially hazardous chemicals Equipment Used: Office Equipment • Computer • Telephone, fax, copier, scanner Medical Equipment • Autoclave • Fetal Monitor • EKG • Pulse Oximeter • Audiometer • Nebulizer • 02 tank • Glucometer Immunization: Staff members must meet immunization requirements as stated in VGMHC’s immunization policy and state and federal guidelines. Job descriptions represent a general outline of the essential and major job duties, functions and qualifications required. They cannot be all-inclusive and comprehensive due to the dynamic nature of work performed to accomplish VGMHC’s Mission. VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes fairness in placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, and termination.

RN

Outpatient

2 months ago

Registered Nurse - On-Call

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Hillsboro, OR

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve. If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply. Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides holistic patient care service as a member of the primary care team. The RN performs routine clinical tasks necessary for efficient patient care and assists other patient care providers as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assess patient needs through problem-oriented history, including past medical history, current problems and vital signs. • Identify patients with significant health risks, including patients at risk due to hereditary factors, lifestyle, diet, substance abuse, social/cultural/environmental factors, and/or inadequate understanding of their disease process or treatment plan. • Perform patient education involving explanation to the patient of diagnosis, treatment plan (including use of medications and their effects and side effects), infection control (if indicated), and preventative techniques to lower patient risk of future disease or accident. • Assess patient needs through telephone interviews – advise patients over the phone and identify patients with urgent care needs. • Triage patients who arrive without appointments, including assessment and evaluation for need of medical care based on their medical history, present complaint, vital signs, and physical assessment (after physician consult if necessary). • Dispense medication under M.D. supervision and administration of oral, I.M. and I.V. medication as ordered by M.D., FNP, and CNW. • Case manage high-risk patients. • Facilitate patient/family group education sessions. • Coordinate patient flow and triage patients in the absence of the provider when provider is out or unavailable. • Update on-call providers daily on changing needs of complex, high maintenance or high-risk patients. • Maintain infection control within the clinic. • Perform laboratory procedures when necessary. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) HIPAA Requirements: The RN will use PHI to answer patient questions about their medical problems or plan of care, to triage and schedule appointments for urgent medical problems, to relay information from the health care providers to the patient and to provider nursing visits at patients homes. Applying the minimum necessary rules of HIPAA, the designated record sets to which this employee will have access include: scheduling, demographics, and view only patient account information in the practice management system, and the complete medical record, including confidential sections. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken language preferred. • Commitment to providing quality health care to all. • Demonstrated commitment to working with patients and staff from a wide range of ethnic, economic, cultural and social backgrounds. Education and Experience Required: • Current Oregon RN License. Behavioral Competencies: Accountability • Role model VG’s mission, vision, and shared values Customer-Focus • Listen to the voice of the customer and strive to delight them by exceeding their expectations Teamwork • If someone needs help, help them Initiative • Be innovative, apply fresh ideas, and continuously improve how you do your work Confidentiality • Maintain strict confidentiality and respect the privacy of others Ethical Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work Respect • Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients Communication • Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand perspective of others Physical Requirements: Percentage of time spent • Standing: 10% • Walking: 25% • Sitting: 60% • Lifting/Carrying: 5% • Physically demanding tasks: Must be able to occasionally lift/carry up to 30 lbs. – supplies Working Environment/Physical Hazards: • Work in well-lighted, ventilated environment • Exposure to blood borne pathogens and to potentially hazardous chemicals Equipment Used: Office Equipment • Computer • Telephone, fax, copier, scanner Medical Equipment • Autoclave • Fetal Monitor • EKG • Pulse Oximeter • Audiometer • Nebulizer • 02 tank • Glucometer Immunization: Staff members must meet immunization requirements as stated in VGMHC’s immunization policy and state and federal guidelines. Job descriptions represent a general outline of the essential and major job duties, functions and qualifications required. They cannot be all-inclusive and comprehensive due to the dynamic nature of work performed to accomplish VGMHC’s Mission. VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes fairness in placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, and termination.

RN

Outpatient

3 months ago

Registered Nurse - LATS

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Hillsboro, OR

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve. If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply. Job Summary: The Registered Nurse – Recuperative Care (RN-RC) provides admission screening and intake, care planning, case management, patient education and health navigation, and clinical care within the scope of practice, for patients being discharged from the hospital setting without stable housing for recovery. This position works under the direction of a VG Medical Director with a non-clinical employee to visit patients assigned to 10 beds within a larger homeless shelter located in Hillsboro for basic medical supervision and care coordination. The Recuperative Care Program (RCP) is a new program in partnership with Washington County Supportive Housing Services and Greater Good Northwest to provide acute and post-acute care specifically for people experiencing homelessness who are too ill or frail to recover from an illness or injury on the streets or in emergency shelter, but who do not require hospital-level care or skilled nursing services. This position will be based out of the VG 7th Ave clinic and will require travel to the RCP program site in Hillsboro and may require travel to local hospitals for discharge planning. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Screen referrals from hospitals and coordinate with discharge planners to assess patient acuity, program requirements, and bed availability to determine appropriateness for RCP admission. · Identify potential clinical and supportive service needs while within respite program. · Proactively communicate with RCP participant’s primary care team (VG or external) to facilitate early post-hospital contact. · Obtain required consents and releases for coordination of care. · Develop care plan based on patient goals and the reason for admission to RCP. · Gather information for a clinical care plan including physical and psychological history and assessment; list of current medications, dosages, and allergies; vital signs; other pertinent information, such as laboratory or other test results. · Identify discharge indicators and develop a discharge plan with patient. · Participate in and facilitate multi-disciplinary care coordination meetings with appropriate providers (e.g., PCP, home health, pharmacies, specialty care). · Coordinate with shelter case management to address SDOH and other non-clinical needs, · Provide shelter staff education and support around basic medical knowledge as relevant for evening and weekend supervision of RCP residents. · Huddle daily with RCP team to create and implement daily action plans, performing transition of care visits for patients being discharged from hospitals, following up with outside provider recommendations after outpatient visits and ensuring that treatment recommendations and medication changes are acknowledged and actualized. · Facilitate patient access to obtain durable medical equipment (DME), wound care, oxygen, and incontinence supplies (as needed). · Provide patient education and health coaching on topics including diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic diseases, including assisting patients with self-management goal setting. · Educate patients on how to utilize after-hours number or daytime nurse triage to address immediate clinical needs and provide guidelines for when to contact RCP team or PCP vs. seeking emergency department care. · Log vital signs and monitor for changes in health status as indicated by the care plan. · Administer pre- and post-procedural or operative care, including minor wound care per discharge instructions, monitor for changes in health, and recommend follow-up services as needed. · Support self-administration of medications and patient progress towards self-management of medications. Coordinate with clinical pharmacy where appropriate. · Assist with prescription management and reconciliation in conjunction with clinical pharmacy where appropriate. Advocate for medication regimen simplification, as needed. · Identify and implement strategies to support independence in health management. · Document all clinical care provided during RCP stay. · Administer medication or vaccines under protocol and administer oral, I.M. and I.V. medication as ordered by a provider. · Perform laboratory procedures when necessary. · Develop and follow standardized protocols and interventions appropriate to RCP based on common diagnoses in conjunction with medical director. · Prepare patients for discharge from the RCP to their new housing locations. · Remain available by cell phone during RCP visits. · Perform other duties as assigned. · Handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) HIPAA Requirements: The RN-RC uses PHI to answer patient questions about their medical problems or plan of care, to triage and schedule appointments for urgent medical problems, to relay information from the health care providers to the patient and to provider nursing visits at patients’ homes. Applying the minimum necessary standard of HIPAA, the designated record sets to which this employee may have access includes scheduling, demographics, and view only patient account information in the practice management system, the complete medical record, including confidential sections. All employees are required to read the content of these records only to the extent needed to accomplish the assigned task. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken language preferred. · Desire to work with complex patients including people who are houseless and who may be struggling with mental health and/or substance use. · High level of skill in interpersonal relations and problem solving. · High energy and self-directed individual with excellent interpersonal, problem solving, organizational and computer skills. · Ability to take initiative to proactively organize and manage the responsibilities of the job. · High degree of integrity and professionalism. · Ability to work in challenging environments in the community. · Ability to work as an integral part of a high functioning team. · Excellent Customer Service skills. · Commitment and alignment to Virginia Garcia’s mission, vision and values. · Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, safe driving record and insurance coverage required. Education and Experience: · Current Oregon RN License required. · Previous experience working with people experiencing homelessness desirable. · Prior experience with Epic preferred. Behavioral Competencies: Accountability · Role model VG’s mission, vision, and shared values Customer-Focus · Listen to the voice of the customer and strive to delight them by exceeding their expectations Teamwork · If someone needs help, help them Initiative · Be innovative, apply fresh ideas, and continuously improve how you do your work Confidentiality · Maintain strict confidentiality and respect the privacy of others Ethical Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work Respect · Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients Communication · Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand perspective of others Physical Requirements: Percentage of time spent · Standing: 10% · Walking: 25% · Sitting: up to 60% · Lifting/Carrying: up to 15% · Physically demanding tasks: Must be able to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. – supplies for home visits. · Able to walk up to three blocks at a time and up/down up to three flights of stairs to perform home visits. Working Environment/Physical Hazards: · Work in well-lighted, ventilated environment · Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous chemicals Equipment Used: Office Equipment · Computer: to perform data entry and word processing · Telephone, fax, copier, scanner, printer Medical Equipment · Autoclave · Fetal Monitor · EKG · Pulse Oximeter · Audiometer · Nebulizer · 02 tank · Glucometer Immunization: Staff members must meet immunization requirements as stated in VGMHC’s immunization policy and state and federal guidelines. Job classification represents a general outline of the essential and major job duties, functions and qualifications required. They cannot be all-inclusive and comprehensive due to the dynamic nature of work performed to accomplish VGMHC’s Mission. VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes fairness in placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, and termination.

Registered Nurse

Premise Health Hillsboro, OR

Premise's mission is to help people get, stay, and be well. We hope you will join us in our mission and experience why amazing health starts with amazing healthcare. For more information, visit www.jobs.premisehealth.com. As a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) , you'll provide care to client employees and their dependents in our Health Center located in Hillsboro, OR . The scheduled hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. What You’ll Do Assesses patient care needs, conducts nursing evaluations, and provides treatment within scope of practice Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare practitioners for further medical evaluation and care as needed Performs and documents medical tests, screenings, and treatments as defined in site contract (EKG, audiometry, spirometry, vision) Administers medications and emergency care within legal scope of practice Maintains medical equipment, ensures a clean and safe environment, and follows infection control procedures Maintains patient health records to ensure accurate and up-to-date records Educates patients on health promotion and participates in follow-up care Performs other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring Certificate from an accredited Nursing School or associate degree (A.S.) is required; Bachelor's degree (BSN) from four-year college or university is preferred Currently licensed Registered Nurse in state of practice required Current certification with hands-on training in AHA, ARC or equivalent Basic Life Support for health care providers is required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN/COHN-S), Emergency Nursing, or Case Management preferred and may be required for some sites At least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency room, occupational health clinic or other ambulatory care clinic Work-life balance is at the foundation of how decisions are made and where Premise is headed. We can only help people get, stay, and be well if we do the same for ourselves. In addition to competitive pay, Premise offers full-time team members benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) program with company match, paid holidays and vacation time, a company-sponsored wellness program, EAP, access to virtual primary care and virtual behavioral health at no cost for team members and their dependents. Additional benefits can be viewed here: https://jobs.premisehealth.com/benefits . Premise is an equal opportunity employer; we value inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #NRS123

Registered Nurse (RN)

NaphCare, Inc. Hillsboro, OR

$56.84 - $60 / hour

Overview NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire a Part Time Weekend Nights Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals in Hillsboro, Oregon, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Washington County Jail. Pay rates range from $56.84 – $60.00 per hour based on employment status, shift, specific facility, site needs, licensure, and experience. As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN) , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. *New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare! * Responsibilities As a Registered Nurse you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to: Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals. Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories. Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services. Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes. Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities. Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention. Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients. Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information. Qualifications Experience / Requirements / Qualifications Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the State Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred) Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Able to work independently and in a team Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening Physical Capabilities: Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift. Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company. Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our RNs do: NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , and I’ll be in touch. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Advancing Correctional Healthcare | NaphCare

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