Itlearn360
Assistant Nurse Manager (LPN or RN) 3,000 Dollar Sign on Bonus at Fora Health Po
Itlearn360, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
Assistant Nurse Manager (LPN or RN) with a $3,000 Signing Bonus. Location: Portland, OR. Department/Program: Medical. Reports To: Nurse Manager. Status: Full-Time. Pay Grade: Exempt. Date Revised: 6.6.2025. The signing bonus is offered to welcome you to our team and to support your success. The bonus will be paid upon successful completion of the probationary period. Fora Health’s mission 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 maintain recovery from addiction. To maintain an organizational culture that supports the mission, each employee will, at a minimum: Understand substance use disorders and their treatment, including medications to treat substance use disorders, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care. 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. Recognize that a healthy work environment is maintained through mutual respect and healthy self-care. Uphold the highest standard of customer service to patients, referents and all community partners. The Assistant Nurse Manager assures that this mission is the foundation for the delivery of services and carrying out job duties. Position Summary
Trains, leads, and supervises nursing and patient care assistant (PCA) staff under the direction of the Nurse Manager. Collaborates with the Nurse Manager on supervision, performance reviews, IR review, timecards, hiring interviews, and other duties as assigned. Shares 24/7 staffing call with Nurse Manager. In collaboration with medical department leadership, supports direction of nursing/PCA service programming and interdepartmental coordination of care. Collaborates with 3.7 Residential (Wolfpack Program) staff on care of Wolfpack patients in transitional beds in the withdrawal management unit, ensuring smooth transitions to the residential floor. Ensures safe, quality care through adherence to medical policies and procedures. Provides coverage for other Fora levels of care as needed, including 3.7R (Wolfpack) and outpatient injections of long-acting MAT medications (Brixadi, Sublocade, Vivitrol). Other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions
Nursing Responsibilities
Follow medical policies and procedures for providing medical care for patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol and for patients requiring medical monitoring in residential care, including monitoring vital signs, performing lab testing, nursing assessments, transition planning and medication administration. Triage medical concerns, referring patients with medical needs to LMP. Perform initial intakes, documenting medical & social history, patient needs and goals. Monitor, interpret and organize medical paperwork, records and lab results. Interpret lab results and notify LMP for critical values. Maintain an accurate medication administration record. Perform accurate medication reconciliation from screening to admission to discharge. Maintain accurate count and storage of all controlled medications. Performs additional duties as assigned. Clinical Coordination of Care
Inform patients of confidentiality rights and program procedures; protect patient privacy. Develop collaborative relationships with all members of the treatment team and other agencies involved in the patient’s care. Explain to patients, in clear language, the necessity for and process of referral. Collaborate and communicate issues/concerns with the treatment team on clinical and non-clinical issues about patient transitions. Attend and participate in all treatment team meetings as assigned. Attend all supervision meetings as assigned. Maintain and strengthen good working relationships with clinical team members and management. Communicate and coordinate effectively with staff from other departments. Perform related tasks as assigned. Counseling and Education
Role model healthy communication and behavior, using non-violent communication, verbal de-escalation, and professional boundaries. Maintain professional boundaries with patients. Facilitate patient engagement in the treatment process using motivational enhancement techniques and nonviolent communication. Provide education and support to patients regarding medical issues related to withdrawal, prescribed medications, and transition services. Obtain consent for withdrawal management services, including admission, protocols, medications and referral. Provide information and education about nursing care of patients with substance use disorders, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care to nursing & PCA staff and nursing students. Provide information on harms related to substance use, including transmission and prevention of HIV/AIDS, TB, STDs, and other infectious diseases. Understand and adhere to trauma-informed care. Understand basic evidence base behind medications to treat addiction. Understand and adhere to harm reduction principles. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Demonstrate ethical behaviors by adhering to established professional codes of ethics and standards. Adhere to Federal and State laws and agency policies regarding treatment of substance use disorders. Recognize the importance of individual differences that influence patient behavior and apply this to clinical practice. Participate in ongoing supervision and consultation. Practice appropriate self-care. Adhere to privacy regulations (HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2) and Fora policies; ensure confidentiality, privacy, and security in EMR access. Maintain any licensure held at time of hire. Supervisory Functions
Provide schedule and staff coverage for withdrawal management program 24/7 within staff/patient ratios. On-call availability for consultation as outlined in the On Call for Consultation procedure. Monitor withdrawal management budget and ensure staffing and supply costs stay within budget. Maintain expected withdrawal management census. Ensure all withdrawal management staff documentation is accurate and timely. Document supervisory issues with staff. Provide a consistent, comprehensive training program for new staff. Ensure staff are timely on required trainings. Provide leadership, support and guidance for residential and withdrawal management staff. Qualifications
Education and Experience Required Registered Nursing License for State of Oregon BLS certified. At least one year of supervisory experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Communicates effectively in writing and verbally Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Initiative and problem-solving abilities Intermediate knowledge of substance-use disorders Self-awareness Intermediate understanding of motivational interviewing Intermediate understanding of mental health disorders and symptom presentation Intermediate understanding of trauma-informed care Working knowledge of ASAM and DSM 5 Substance Use Disorders Other Requirements For employees with a history of substance use disorder, Fora Health’s policy requires certification of a minimum sobriety period (two years for patient-facing roles). Ability to pass pre-employment or for-cause drug tests. Ability to pass DHS criminal background. Position may require regular on-call connection via cell phone. Working Conditions
Indoor office environment with periodic travel to other sites. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; overtime may be required as needed. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials; PPE provided. Fast-paced, high-volume work environment. Internal Candidates:
click here to apply via the employee intranet site About Fora Health 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 certifications for hire as described above. Fora Health conducts background checks for all positions and complies with applicable laws regarding background considerations.
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Assistant Nurse Manager (LPN or RN) with a $3,000 Signing Bonus. Location: Portland, OR. Department/Program: Medical. Reports To: Nurse Manager. Status: Full-Time. Pay Grade: Exempt. Date Revised: 6.6.2025. The signing bonus is offered to welcome you to our team and to support your success. The bonus will be paid upon successful completion of the probationary period. Fora Health’s mission 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 maintain recovery from addiction. To maintain an organizational culture that supports the mission, each employee will, at a minimum: Understand substance use disorders and their treatment, including medications to treat substance use disorders, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care. 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. Recognize that a healthy work environment is maintained through mutual respect and healthy self-care. Uphold the highest standard of customer service to patients, referents and all community partners. The Assistant Nurse Manager assures that this mission is the foundation for the delivery of services and carrying out job duties. Position Summary
Trains, leads, and supervises nursing and patient care assistant (PCA) staff under the direction of the Nurse Manager. Collaborates with the Nurse Manager on supervision, performance reviews, IR review, timecards, hiring interviews, and other duties as assigned. Shares 24/7 staffing call with Nurse Manager. In collaboration with medical department leadership, supports direction of nursing/PCA service programming and interdepartmental coordination of care. Collaborates with 3.7 Residential (Wolfpack Program) staff on care of Wolfpack patients in transitional beds in the withdrawal management unit, ensuring smooth transitions to the residential floor. Ensures safe, quality care through adherence to medical policies and procedures. Provides coverage for other Fora levels of care as needed, including 3.7R (Wolfpack) and outpatient injections of long-acting MAT medications (Brixadi, Sublocade, Vivitrol). Other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions
Nursing Responsibilities
Follow medical policies and procedures for providing medical care for patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol and for patients requiring medical monitoring in residential care, including monitoring vital signs, performing lab testing, nursing assessments, transition planning and medication administration. Triage medical concerns, referring patients with medical needs to LMP. Perform initial intakes, documenting medical & social history, patient needs and goals. Monitor, interpret and organize medical paperwork, records and lab results. Interpret lab results and notify LMP for critical values. Maintain an accurate medication administration record. Perform accurate medication reconciliation from screening to admission to discharge. Maintain accurate count and storage of all controlled medications. Performs additional duties as assigned. Clinical Coordination of Care
Inform patients of confidentiality rights and program procedures; protect patient privacy. Develop collaborative relationships with all members of the treatment team and other agencies involved in the patient’s care. Explain to patients, in clear language, the necessity for and process of referral. Collaborate and communicate issues/concerns with the treatment team on clinical and non-clinical issues about patient transitions. Attend and participate in all treatment team meetings as assigned. Attend all supervision meetings as assigned. Maintain and strengthen good working relationships with clinical team members and management. Communicate and coordinate effectively with staff from other departments. Perform related tasks as assigned. Counseling and Education
Role model healthy communication and behavior, using non-violent communication, verbal de-escalation, and professional boundaries. Maintain professional boundaries with patients. Facilitate patient engagement in the treatment process using motivational enhancement techniques and nonviolent communication. Provide education and support to patients regarding medical issues related to withdrawal, prescribed medications, and transition services. Obtain consent for withdrawal management services, including admission, protocols, medications and referral. Provide information and education about nursing care of patients with substance use disorders, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care to nursing & PCA staff and nursing students. Provide information on harms related to substance use, including transmission and prevention of HIV/AIDS, TB, STDs, and other infectious diseases. Understand and adhere to trauma-informed care. Understand basic evidence base behind medications to treat addiction. Understand and adhere to harm reduction principles. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Demonstrate ethical behaviors by adhering to established professional codes of ethics and standards. Adhere to Federal and State laws and agency policies regarding treatment of substance use disorders. Recognize the importance of individual differences that influence patient behavior and apply this to clinical practice. Participate in ongoing supervision and consultation. Practice appropriate self-care. Adhere to privacy regulations (HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2) and Fora policies; ensure confidentiality, privacy, and security in EMR access. Maintain any licensure held at time of hire. Supervisory Functions
Provide schedule and staff coverage for withdrawal management program 24/7 within staff/patient ratios. On-call availability for consultation as outlined in the On Call for Consultation procedure. Monitor withdrawal management budget and ensure staffing and supply costs stay within budget. Maintain expected withdrawal management census. Ensure all withdrawal management staff documentation is accurate and timely. Document supervisory issues with staff. Provide a consistent, comprehensive training program for new staff. Ensure staff are timely on required trainings. Provide leadership, support and guidance for residential and withdrawal management staff. Qualifications
Education and Experience Required Registered Nursing License for State of Oregon BLS certified. At least one year of supervisory experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Communicates effectively in writing and verbally Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Initiative and problem-solving abilities Intermediate knowledge of substance-use disorders Self-awareness Intermediate understanding of motivational interviewing Intermediate understanding of mental health disorders and symptom presentation Intermediate understanding of trauma-informed care Working knowledge of ASAM and DSM 5 Substance Use Disorders Other Requirements For employees with a history of substance use disorder, Fora Health’s policy requires certification of a minimum sobriety period (two years for patient-facing roles). Ability to pass pre-employment or for-cause drug tests. Ability to pass DHS criminal background. Position may require regular on-call connection via cell phone. Working Conditions
Indoor office environment with periodic travel to other sites. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; overtime may be required as needed. Possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials; PPE provided. Fast-paced, high-volume work environment. Internal Candidates:
click here to apply via the employee intranet site About Fora Health 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 certifications for hire as described above. Fora Health conducts background checks for all positions and complies with applicable laws regarding background considerations.
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