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Registered Nurse (Portland, OR)

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Registered Nurse
NARA NW is an Indian-owned and operated Private, Non-Profit, that provides culturally appropriate education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment to American Indians, Alaska Natives and other vulnerable people.
Registered Nurse
Provides comprehensive community health nursing services to prevent disease and promote health through the application of critical thinking and the ability to exercise independent judgment: to screen, assess, plan, deliver and evaluate health interventions for individuals and families. The Clinic Nurse provides support and assistance to medical providers and coordinates direct patient care while facilitating patient flow in the clinic.
Provides direct and indirect patient care for the NARA clinic:
Assesses patients for urgency of need and prioritizes by acuity in a professional and friendly manner.
Telephone calls, walk-ins and appointment consultations including blood pressure checks, injections and phlebotomy.
Reads and provides appropriate documentation for TB testing
Performs dressing changes, wound care, and suture removal per provider orders, assists with procedures when needed
Provides Patient education regarding both chronic and acute medical issues
Completes the RN Prenatal intake/ exam, maintains registry and provides case management as needed
Maintains Coumadin registry and titration
Maintains accurate, appropriate and timely documentation in the medical records as needed and required by regulations.
Participates in development and implementation of Quality Assurance procedures.
Collaborates with clinical team regarding needs of clients/patients.
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; acts as patient advocate
Ensures that all services are delivered in a culturally sensitive manner.
To Qualify:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse with the State of Oregon
BSN
Two years experience in health care
Prior Diabetic Foot Care Training a plus (training may be available upon hire)
Minimum of two years sobriety/clean time for NARA employees in recovery
Ability for all potential hires are required to have background investigation to determine any past history of sexual and child abuse
Ability for all potential hires to pass pre-employment drug screen
Preferred:
Outpatient primary care setting preferred
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 rights to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 & 473). NARA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
To Apply:
Respond to this posting with a cover letter, resume, & salary requirements.
NARA requires a minimum of two years sobriety if in recovery and all potential hires are required to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen and criminal background check.
Check out our website: http://www.naranorthwest.org

Location: Portland, OR
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