Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Qualified Mental Health Associate-Registered (QMHA-R) chez Central City Concern

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation. 

The Psychiatric Nurse works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team providing intensive case management and integrated dual diagnosis treatment. The team works to address all treatment needs, including crisis management, substance abuse treatment, medication management, physical health treatment, mental health treatment, accessing benefits and entitlements, accessing appropriate and affordable housing. This position has access to mental health billing and service records.

• Schedule: Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:45am - 5:00pm
• Location: Old Town Recovery Center (33 NW Broadway, Portland, OR 97209)
• Compensation: $101,025.60 - $131,331.20, annually

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an accredited two, three or four year course of training for nurses.
• Current RN license in the State of Oregon.
• At minimum, must be registered with MHACBO as a QMHA-R.
• One year of experience in psychiatric nursing (or recent educational preparation to work with mentally ill patient populations).
• Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
• Current BLS certification required prior to start date.
• Must be able to document nursing interventions and responses to care and do so in an accurate, legible, and intelligible manner.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB Test, and background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
• If using a vehicle for agency use, must possess a current driver’s license, access to a vehicle, qualify as an Acceptable Driver as designated in Central City Concern’s Fleet Safety policy. Must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continued recertification training. Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.
• Must adhere to agency’s non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct care and delegate care of patients as indicated by patient needs.
• Triage and assess patients in clinic and community settings.
• Participate in clinical staff meetings and case conferences with team members in order to utilize interdisciplinary expertise and facilitate individual treatment plans for clients.
• Formulate individualized nursing care plans and participate in patient care meetings.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the standing orders.
• Consult with other health team members to lend guidance as necessary.
• Collaborate with Residential facilities, Adult Foster homes or other housing providers to provide necessary treatment services and coordinate residential and non-residential treatment and service planning.
• Monitor patient condition, note changes in status, utilize judgment and take appropriate action.
• Participate in compliance, quality assurance and quality improvement activities as directed.
• Conduct educational and therapeutic groups for clients, using approved curriculum.
• Provide quality care in an efficient, cost effective manner.
• Make referrals to hospitals and other agencies.
• Participate in compliance, quality assurance and quality improvement activities as directed.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
• Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to consider the impacts and outcomes for underserved communities during decision-making process.
• Ability to consider impacts of oppression, structural racism, and individual bias on client outcomes.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Exhibit good nursing judgment in the management care of the emotionally ill.
• Application of knowledge in nutrition, sanitation, and personal hygiene.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and to apply techniques for specific needs.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to do venipuncture.
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.
• Physical ability to move and restrain clients in an emergency situation.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of people including the clients, the manager and co-workers.
• Ability to work in an environment where people may exhibit behaviors that are hostile or abusive.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills including diplomacy, tact, effective “bedside manner” with patients.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to keep accurate and appropriate records/documentation.
• Ability to display non-judgmental attitude.

Benefits at Central City Concern  

We offer incredible benefits to our employees, including an extensive total rewards package, competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, Student loan repayment options, and retirement savings matching plans!  

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year!  Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity. 
• 11 recognized Holidays & 2 personal Holidays a year!
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your 3rd year!
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage. ]
• Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance!
• Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position. 

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, and pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.    

Central City Concern is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding the consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.