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Fora Health Treatment & Recovery

Full-Time RN or LPN – NOC Shift – 3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Fora Health Treatment & Recovery, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Overview

Full-Time RN or LPN – NOC Shift – 3,000 Sign-On Bonus. The withdrawal management/urgent care nurse joins a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of providers, CMAs, techs & case managers to provide inpatient care to patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol. This position provides experience in dual diagnosis care and acute stabilization. Nurses have the opportunity to gain specialized skills in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders; skills that have become highly valued and critical to a wide variety of health care settings. We prioritize evidence-based care & loving kindness. Come be the change with us.

Pay Range:

43.11- 59.49 Per Hour

Schedule:

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

SIGNING BONUS To welcome you to our team and show our commitment to your success, we are offering a signing bonus of

$3,000 ! This bonus will be paid upon successful completion of probationary period.

Position Summary The withdrawal management/urgent care nurse is the heart of an interdisciplinary team of providers, CMAs, techs & case managers who provide inpatient care to patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol. The Withdrawal Management Nurse provides nursing support, assessment and care for patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol. This position is the first line support for patients, staff, Nurse Practitioners and the Medical Director on service specific clinical issues.

The mission of Fora Health is to work with individuals, families and communities to create freedom from addiction. We are committed to providing a wide range of accessible, coordinated and well‑integrated services that benefit the community and support our patients to recover and to maintain recovery from addiction. To maintain an organizational culture which supports the mission, each employee will, at a minimum:

Responsibilities

Have a basic knowledge of substance use disorders

Recognize the importance of family, social networks, and community systems in the treatment and recovery process

Respect the diversity and uniqueness of each person and organization we serve

Uphold a healthy work environment through mutual respect and healthy self-care

Uphold the highest standard of customer service to patients, referents and all community partners

Provide nursing care and assessments for patients in withdrawal management per staffing ratios

Collaborate with the treatment team on clinical and non-clinical issues

Support admission screenings for medical appropriateness and review patient histories

Obtain medical information, perform risk assessments, and conduct comprehensive nursing assessments

Monitor vital signs, perform CIWA-Ar and COWS scales, and other assessments as appropriate

Administer medications per policies and orders; review orders and document accurately

Maintain documentation in patient records; manage controlled substances per policy

Educate patients on health guidelines and continuum of care in A&D treatment and withdrawal symptoms

Coordinate referrals and collaborate with outside providers to optimize continuum of care

Ensure privacy compliance (HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2) and maintain professional boundaries

Qualifications Education and Experience Required

Current Oregon Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license

Current BLS CPR & 1st Aid Certification

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Have basic knowledge of substance use disorders

Recognize the importance of family, social networks, and community systems in treatment and recovery

Demonstrate understanding of self-awareness, diversity and ethics in treatment

Ability to follow verbal and written directions and apply relevant techniques

Knowledge of nursing theory and practice; knowledge of chemical dependency and treatment methods

Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong organization and attention to detail

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and meet industry standards

Initiative, problem solving, and effective communication skills

Team development skills

Other Requirements

Verification of Sobriety per Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) standards

DHS Background Check Approval

Successful completion of Drug Test upon hire

Documentation of Tuberculin test and/or evaluation with negative results or non‑communicability

Working Conditions

Indoor office environment with periodic travel between sites or to events

Possible exposure to communicable diseases and potentially hostile or emotionally disturbed individuals

Overtime may be required; shifts include day, swing and graveyard; weekends and holidays possible

Exposure to cleaning chemicals, body fluids, sharps; PPE provided

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D; optional additional insurance

Flexible Spending Account; 401K with employer matching

Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave; flexible schedules

Employee assistance program; education grants and loan forgiveness options

Fora Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Fora Health encourages applications from those in recovery and requires sobriety certification for specific roles at hire. A background check is conducted for all positions upon/offers of employment. Some roles may require actions to address prior criminal convictions.

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