Comunity Based Care Registered Nurse (RN), Sign-on Bonus

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location:

McKenzie Living-Eugene

2625 Lone Oak Way

Eugene, OR 97404

Schedule: Full-Time, 8 or 10 hour shifts

Salary: $35.00 -$63.01 per hour (DOE) + 1.25 differential

Bonus: $7,000 Sign-On Bonus

About Us:

Gateway Adult Residential Care operates multiple 24/7 residential care facilities dedicated to providing compassionate care to adults struggling with mental health issues, including Dementia, Alzheimer's, brain injuries, challenging behaviors, and aging-related needs. Our mission is to create a sanctuary for individuals seeking a supportive environment where care and services are delivered with compassion.

Position Summary:

Are you dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to residents in a long-term care setting? As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for nursing assessments, wound care, working with physicians and other medical and mental health providers, coaching caregivers and medication aides, and collaborating with various departments. Your role will involve conducting screenings/assessments of prospective admissions and ensuring residents receive the best possible care. This position requires professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resident Care:
  • Conduct screenings/assessments of all prospective admissions to determine if our staff and services can meet their needs.
  • Provide 'intermittent direct' nursing services within the scope of licensing to residents who require nursing services.
  • Develop Service Plans for residents and ensure that plans are up-to-date and complete.
  • Ensure that all staff have the training they need to support each resident's Nursing Service Plan.
  • Delegate and teaching staff by all applicable OAR's division 47 rules and defined in the Service Plan.
  • Investigate medical S.I.R.s and take appropriate actions.
  • Assure residents are assisted in accessing the health care services they need or are entitled to from outside providers.
  • Assure that staff are aware of and are trained in all rehab plans (i.e., PT, OT, etc.).
• Support and Coordination:
  • Attend and participate in department meetings, quarterly care conferences for service plan review, daily/bi-monthly nursing meetings, ITD/Service Planning team meetings, and risk management meetings.
  • Report resident care or housekeeping problems to the Administrator.
  • Provide indirect supervision of all medical support staff.
  • Be available when on-call.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Maintain the accuracy of medical records.
  • Be aware of the day-to-day medical status of residents.
  • Maintain a documented system of operations policies and procedures and ensure that all facility practices and policies are carried out in the highest ethical manner.
  • Ensure fidelity to company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain compliance with all governing agencies' rules and regulations.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Must be licensed with the Oregon State Nursing Board and in good standing.
• One year of experience as an RN in a long-term residential care setting or other experience in a residential care facility or mental health setting.
• Or a combination of experience and education.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to problem-solve and communicate with residents, family members, RNs, MDs, caregivers, and medical professionals.
• Understanding of and keeping up to date on medical terminology.
• Multitask, problem-solve and have excellent organizational skills.
• Maintain a cohesive, mission-driven team and continually develop the team to suit the program's needs.
• Collaborate with relevant provider agencies and others.
• Thrive in a flexible, fast-paced, and growth-oriented environment with a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Show patience and compassion when working with other staff and residents, especially those sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds or beliefs.
• Have a cooperative, friendly, and helpful attitude with clients and co-workers.
• Work closely with other employees and volunteers to ensure a positive, constructive environment within the program or department and throughout the company.
• Demonstrated aptitude for working with caregivers, seniors, disabled individuals, and/or individuals with dementia.
• Communicate effectively both written and verbally in English.
• Competently use a computer and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.
• Work independently and in a team setting.
• Pass drug screening and a criminal background check.
• Obtain and keep current First Aid and Food Handlers Card.
• Maintain the required annual training hours.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with 7% employer match
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Gym Membership
• Telehealth services
• Opportunities for professional growth and educational reimbursement

Physical Requirements:

• Environment : Frequently work indoors, rarely outdoors, with exposure to air conditioning and central heat.
• Movement : Perform tasks involving frequent lifting (up to 50-200 pounds), standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, crouching, reaching, and twisting.
• Exposure : Frequent exposure to chemicals/cleaning supplies and possible contagious diseases.
• Social Environment : Handle high-volume work, multiple or complicated tasks, and work closely with others in a team setting.
• Specifics : Standing (constantly), sitting (frequently), driving (occasionally), bending/kneeling (constantly), squatting/crouching (constantly), reaching (frequently), twisting (frequently), speaking (constantly), hearing (constantly), seeing (constantly), reading (constantly), distinguishing color (constantly), grasping (constantly), and use of machinery to lift residents (frequently)

Why Join Us:

At Gateway, we value our employees as much as our residents. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can thrive and make a real impact. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, continuous learning opportunities, and the satisfaction of contributing to a mission-driven organization that genuinely cares.

Gateway Adult Residential Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All successful applicants must be able to pass a State Background Check and a pre-employment drug screening.