RN - NOC

UHS • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Cedar Hills Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide safe and effective nursing care in assigned work areas, consistent with the hospital’s philosophy, objectives, and Nursing Department policies and procedures. The RN collaborates with physicians, licensed independent practitioners, and multidisciplinary team members to promote and restore patients’ health by assessing patients, planning care, and providing physical and psychological treatment. The position is in a mental health facility specializing in mental health and substance use disorder treatment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing or from a school of nursing.
• At least 1 year of RN experience.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license through the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• Demonstrated nursing knowledge and competencies, including medication administration and principles of adult education.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, treatment plans, and clinical standards in nursing practice literature.
• Ability to provide succinct and effective oral and written communications to coworkers and patients.
• Ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific and/or ethical principles.
• Knowledge of behavior management strategies for caring for people with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders.
• Basic computer literacy.
• May be asked to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• Psychiatric nursing experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective nursing care in assigned work areas in accordance with hospital objectives and Nursing Department policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, licensed independent practitioners, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Assess patients, plan their care, and provide physical and psychological treatment.
• Apply behavior management strategies when caring for people with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders.
• Administer medications and communicate effectively with patients and coworkers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options.
• Student loan repayment program of $437.50 per month.
• 401(k) with 3% employer match.
• Paid time off described as above-market.
• Additional paid sick leave.
• Shift differentials and on-call pay incentives.
• Employee stock options.
• Career development, leadership training, and promotion opportunities.
• Relocation assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free counseling services through the employee assistance program for employees and family members.
• Compressed workweek scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree