RN - Registered Nurse - PRN - Day, Evening and Night Shifts

Description Portland, Oregon! This small PRTF program serves up to six youth at a time, ages 10-17 with mental and developmental disabilities who have become involved in the justice system. The program, located at Nexus' Walden Crossing, is a secure residential location, providing high staff to youth ratios as well as 24/7 nursing, recreational and therapeutic professionals, psychiatric services, and an array of other types of therapies as indicated.

Job Type Temporary

Description Nexus Family Healing is looking to add several PRN Registered Nurses to our residential program in Portland, Oregon! This small PRTF program serves up to six youth at a time, ages 10-17 with mental and developmental disabilities who have become involved in the justice system. The program, located at Nexus' Walden Crossing, is a secure residential location, providing high staff to youth ratios as well as 24/7 nursing, recreational and therapeutic professionals, psychiatric services, and an array of other types of therapies as indicated.

Join an organization that makes a true difference in the lives of youth & their families! Schedule/Location/Pay PRN On-site opportunity

Walden Crossing Address: 722 NE 162nd Avenue, Portland OR 97320

Non-hospital setting; small residential program

Working with youth clients - ages 10-17

Starting pay range: $47-$50 an hour!

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include Paid Time Off

401k match

NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family

Advancement pathways and internal promotion Shift Differential $1/hour differential for overnights during the week, Sunday night through Friday morning: (12AM - 7:59 AM)

• 2/hour for day and evening shifts on weekends, Saturday morning through Sunday evening: (8AM - 11:59 PM)
• 3/hour for weekend overnights, Friday night and Saturday night: (12AM - 7:59 AM)

Position Summary Our Nurse (RN) promotes the health and well-being to Nexus Family Healing residents by providing client-centered health care services, in accordance with Nexus Family Healing policies, procedures, and protocols.

Primary Responsibilities Resident Medical Care Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams regarding medical aspects of client admissions.

Communicates medical concerns and coordinates necessary follow-up appointments, and/or referrals with interdisciplinary teams both internally and externally.

Collects and reviews clients' medical data and ensures that medical records are current and accurate.

Assesses nursing implications of all data pertaining to the resident and determines the need to communicate with the physician.

Monitors acute and chronic medical conditions of clients; provides treatment or consultation as needed.

In emergency situations, gather relevant information and assess client status. Provide appropriate care and/or treatment, direct others as necessary, and collaborate referral to a higher-level of care if appropriate.

Treatment Team Collaboration Serves as a resource to staff and other interdisciplinary teams regarding client medical concerns.

Collaborates with the treatment staff to develop individual client treatment plans.

Implement, monitor, and coordinate medication administration to clients Verify, count, and administer medications to residents.

Educates clients on medication side effects, adverse effects, and drug interactions.

Monitors clients daily for side effects, adverse effects, and/or drug interactions.

Ensures client prescriptions are filled and the appropriate amount is maintained through each client’s stay within the residential milieu.

Monitors medication logbooks for completion and accuracy.

Staff Meetings & Required Training Completes all required trainings that are department/role specific & facility-wide requirements.

Maintains and stay up to date with trainings and certifications (i.e., online trainings, internal and external in-person trainings, CPR certification, nursing license, first aid and safety, medication administration, and infection control etc.

Participates in internal training opportunities with community partners.

Client Confidentiality Ensures client information remains confidential and compliant with Nexus policies involving client privacy, informed consent and confidentiality standards for clients and their families.

Requirements Required Education and Licensure Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Valid Registered Nurse License

QMHP qualified in Oregon

1 + year related nursing experience

First Aid/CPR/Infection Control certification

Valid driver's license required.

Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.

Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Successfully participate and complete a three-part Nonviolent Crisis Intervention exam and training

Preferred 1+ year related nursing experience in a residential setting

Our ICARE Values Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches

Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern

Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly

Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate

Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith. When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives - including your own!

Salary Description $47-$50+

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