Multnomah County
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner ($2,700 Sign on Bonus/Retention Incentive)
Multnomah County, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner ($2,700 Sign on Bonus/Retention Incentive)
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range:
$56.91 - $72.79 Hourly Department:
Health Department Job Type:
Regular Represented Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
July 12, 2023
The Opportunity: Overview: As a newly hired .6 FTE Nurse Practitioner you will receive a signing bonus of $1,500. This bonus will be paid in one lump sum on the next regularly scheduled pay date after you start employment with Multnomah County. Furthermore, there will be a retention bonus of $1,200 after your 1-year anniversary date. This signing bonus is taxable, and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld. Additional Compensation: Corrections Health Nurses receive an additional 10% hourly premium and hourly differentials for working swing ($2/hr), graveyard ($5/hr), weekends ($3/hr) shifts. Benefits:
Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit:
https://multco.us/benefits/new-employee-benefits THIS WORK MATTERS! 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 role of the
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner
is to provide comprehensive nursing care and treatment for justice-involved individuals within Multnomah County. The Transition Team Nurse Practitioner will be under the clinical supervision of the Corrections Health Medical Director and will function as the main medical provider for the Transition team; guiding clinical care with a focus on medication-supported recovery and harm reduction, and collaboration with Health Department and community providers. As a Transition Team Nurse Practitioner in Corrections Health, you will help serve in The Multnomah County Detention Center (Downtown Portland), Inverness Jail (By PDX Airport) and the Mead Building (Downtown Portland). As the
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner , other duties will include: Independently assess clients with review of systems and health history and identify normal/abnormal findings. Developing a problem list and therapeutic teaching plans. Ordering and reviewing appropriate diagnostic tests and medication. Recording all pertinent data in approved clinical SOAP format. Referring clients to the Physician when beyond scope of practice or Nurse Practitioner (NP) laws. Case managing difficult clients as “primary providers” when indicated. Training and precepting staff and students, offering consultation to internal staff and external providers. Providing consultation to nursing staff, Health Department Clinics, other facilities and community providers as indicated for continuity of client care. Assessing and counseling patients regarding preventive care needs; delivers services or makes appropriate referrals. Researching programs and support systems in the community to provide information and resources for those transitioning to independent or community group living situations. Assisting and advising staff with difficult and complex medical, social and behavioral health issues. Consulting with leadership, identifying partners and forging key strategic partnerships with diverse key internal and external stakeholders. Completing patient documentation and managing electronic in-basket according to established policies and procedures. Working in an effective, respectful and culturally competent manner with team members, community partners, and clientele from culturally/ethnically diverse communities. 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*: Education/Training: Master's Degree in Nursing AND one (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Certification Requirements: License required to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner as outlined by Oregon Revised Statutes
(ORS) 678.375 CPR certification required
Other: Passing a Multnomah County Sheriff's Office background check is required.
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. Experience working in a correctional facility. Training or experience in working with Electronic Health Record systems. Experience working with targeted groups and with ethnically and culturally diverse populations. *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. SCREENING & EVALUATION:
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. Note:
The application, resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. 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
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. Questions? Recruiter:
Amanda Armstrong Email:
amanda.armstrong@multco.us Phone:
+1 (971) 5001688 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. Job Profile:
6314 - Advanced Practice Clinician About the company
Multnomah County /mʌltˈnoʊmə/ is one of 36 counties in the US state of Oregon.
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Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range:
$56.91 - $72.79 Hourly Department:
Health Department Job Type:
Regular Represented Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
July 12, 2023
The Opportunity: Overview: As a newly hired .6 FTE Nurse Practitioner you will receive a signing bonus of $1,500. This bonus will be paid in one lump sum on the next regularly scheduled pay date after you start employment with Multnomah County. Furthermore, there will be a retention bonus of $1,200 after your 1-year anniversary date. This signing bonus is taxable, and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld. Additional Compensation: Corrections Health Nurses receive an additional 10% hourly premium and hourly differentials for working swing ($2/hr), graveyard ($5/hr), weekends ($3/hr) shifts. Benefits:
Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit:
https://multco.us/benefits/new-employee-benefits THIS WORK MATTERS! 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 role of the
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner
is to provide comprehensive nursing care and treatment for justice-involved individuals within Multnomah County. The Transition Team Nurse Practitioner will be under the clinical supervision of the Corrections Health Medical Director and will function as the main medical provider for the Transition team; guiding clinical care with a focus on medication-supported recovery and harm reduction, and collaboration with Health Department and community providers. As a Transition Team Nurse Practitioner in Corrections Health, you will help serve in The Multnomah County Detention Center (Downtown Portland), Inverness Jail (By PDX Airport) and the Mead Building (Downtown Portland). As the
Transition Team Nurse Practitioner , other duties will include: Independently assess clients with review of systems and health history and identify normal/abnormal findings. Developing a problem list and therapeutic teaching plans. Ordering and reviewing appropriate diagnostic tests and medication. Recording all pertinent data in approved clinical SOAP format. Referring clients to the Physician when beyond scope of practice or Nurse Practitioner (NP) laws. Case managing difficult clients as “primary providers” when indicated. Training and precepting staff and students, offering consultation to internal staff and external providers. Providing consultation to nursing staff, Health Department Clinics, other facilities and community providers as indicated for continuity of client care. Assessing and counseling patients regarding preventive care needs; delivers services or makes appropriate referrals. Researching programs and support systems in the community to provide information and resources for those transitioning to independent or community group living situations. Assisting and advising staff with difficult and complex medical, social and behavioral health issues. Consulting with leadership, identifying partners and forging key strategic partnerships with diverse key internal and external stakeholders. Completing patient documentation and managing electronic in-basket according to established policies and procedures. Working in an effective, respectful and culturally competent manner with team members, community partners, and clientele from culturally/ethnically diverse communities. 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*: Education/Training: Master's Degree in Nursing AND one (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Certification Requirements: License required to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner as outlined by Oregon Revised Statutes
(ORS) 678.375 CPR certification required
Other: Passing a Multnomah County Sheriff's Office background check is required.
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. Experience working in a correctional facility. Training or experience in working with Electronic Health Record systems. Experience working with targeted groups and with ethnically and culturally diverse populations. *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. SCREENING & EVALUATION:
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. Note:
The application, resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. 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
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. Questions? Recruiter:
Amanda Armstrong Email:
amanda.armstrong@multco.us Phone:
+1 (971) 5001688 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. Job Profile:
6314 - Advanced Practice Clinician About the company
Multnomah County /mʌltˈnoʊmə/ is one of 36 counties in the US state of Oregon.
#J-18808-Ljbffr