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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Full Time Employees of the Multnomah County Health Department qualify for the  Federal Student Aid U.S Department Of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To learn more about  Public Service Loan Forgiveness please visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Overview:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

• Premiums: Corrections Health Licensed Practical Nurses receive an additional 12% hourly premium and hourly differentials for working swing ($3/hr), graveyard ($6/hr), weekends ($3.50/hr) shifts

• Mandatory Overtime*: The first 4 hours of the mandated shift will be paid at an overtime rate (1.5x), and the remaining hours of the mandated shift will be paid at a double-time rate (2.0x). In addition, if you are scheduled to work the following day after a mandated shift, then that schedule shift will be paid at an overtime rate (1.5x).

• Benefits:  Multnomah County offers generous vacation and sick leave, exceptional medical and dental plans, and pension. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit: https://multco.us/benefits/new-employee-benefits

At Corrections Health, we provide medically needed health care to adults and youth in custody at Multnomah County Jails and Juvenile Detention Facility. Come join our team of Portland's most outstanding health care professionals providing exceptional services to our diverse community!

The Licensed Practical Nurse works within the healthcare team and provides focused community and clinic health services directed towards the prevention of disease, the promotion of health, improving clients self-care, using professional judgment, screening, contributing to care planning, intervention, and provides health information/education to patients. 

Licensed Practical Nurse MSR (LPN) in Corrections Health is primarily tasked with the administration of MSR medications (Subxone, Subutex) to incarcerated patients under supervision of a Community Health Nurse (CHN) and supervisor. The MSR LPN also will assist with reviewing MSR referrals, and refer to a nurse or providers as appropriate.

This recruitment is used to fill on-call, temporary/limited duration, and regular status positions. This recruitment is for the Corrections Health LPN team as well as the Medication Supported Recovery (MSR), Licensed Practical Nurse positions on the Transition Services Program.

In the Licensed Community Practical Nurse role you will:

• Utilizing electronic reports and review provider schedules to proactively assess needs for prevention screening and communicating via EHR. 

• Pro-actively performs pre-visit activities (e.g. scrubbing and huddling) for client visits as needed, As well as preparing patients for exams, and procedures, including equipment set-up and specimen collection. 

• Working with providers and teams to monitor chronic disease and prevention reports and initiates follow-up with clients or ensures appropriate referrals as needed. 

• Following up on specialty referral reports, clinical treatments, prescriptions, medication cancellations, etc. 

• Documenting clearly in the patient chart, using the SOAP method, if indicated, and EPIC "dot-phrases" and "smart phrases" as deemed appropriate per patient encounter. 

• Supporting back office clinic flow by direct provider support as needed including rooming patients, ordering labs as directed.

• Providing after visit instructions based on nursing experience and understanding of client needs; makes follow-up appointments, if necessary. 

• Administering medical treatments such as cleaning and dressing wounds, ear irrigations, suture removal, catheterizations, fluoride treatments, etc. Performs diagnostic tests such as labs, phlebotomy, EKG, etc.  

• Work with RN and PCP to contribute to the plan of care. 

• Completing documentation and charting as required by policy. 

• Troubleshooting equipment issues and reporting necessary repairs as needed.

• Completing assigned Quality Control/Assurance activities. 

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Completion of an Oregon State Board of Nursing approved program at the certificate level or higher and a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as outlined by Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS)  678.021

• A minimum one (1) year of nursing experience 

• Valid CPR/BLS certification upon hire

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment. 

Other: 

• This position requires a background investigation, which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation.

• The employee holding this position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 3-15-015, Essential Employees.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Ability to make observations concerning patients' general health conditions.

• Working knowledge of basic medication passing rules and protocols for patient safety, infection control and the limits of care governed by Medication Aide certifications. 

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

• Experience working in a Correctional Health Facility

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

REQUIRED APPLICATION PACKET:

The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following: 

• Demonstrate your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations; and

• How you meet the qualifications for this position; and 

• Why you are interested in the position

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• Resume and Cover Letter Review 

• Phone screen

• Consideration of top candidates

• Background, reference

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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