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Current employees : Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range : 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) :

The Opportunity :

Calling all Community Health Nurse Leaders! Ready to Make a Difference?

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated  Community Health Nurse - Spanish KSA to join our team at the East County Health Clinic and lead the charge in providing high-quality, affordable care to our community. This is an exciting opportunity to manage day-to-day operations, inspire a diverse team of professionals, and ensure financial sustainability in alignment with our strategic plan.

Join us at , where we are seeking individuals who embody leadership, achievement, and action in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment. Our mission is at the heart of everything we do : to collaborate with communities, advance health equity, safeguard the most vulnerable, and foster health and wellness for all. Guided by our core values of Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity, and Integrity, we strive to create a workplace culture characterized by respect, trust, and understanding for the incredibly diverse populations we serve in our communities.

ICS) is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Multnomah County, providing quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. Our vision is to provide services that are integrated and connected to support optimal health, reducing wait times, and optimizing access.

About the position :

The Community Health Nurse provides comprehensive community and clinic health services directed towards the prevention of disease, the promotion of health, and the clients self care using professional judgment in comprehensive assessment, screening, nursing diagnosis, care planning, counseling, intervention, case management, health information, education, referral and evaluation. Creates a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

What You’ll Do :

1. Direct Patient Care in Spanish / English :

Comprehensive Assessments : Evaluate patient health, identify needs, and develop care plans.

Intervention and Management : Provide ongoing care for chronic conditions like depression, diabetes, asthma, etc.

Medication and Treatment : Administer medications and treatments as needed.

Urgent Care : Respond to urgent medical needs both in-person and remotely.

Health Education : Empower patients to manage their health through education.

2. Teamwork and Collaboration :

Care Coordination : Work closely with the healthcare team (doctors, nurses, etc.) to ensure coordinated and effective care.

Referrals : Manage referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.

Team Support : Act as a resource for other team members, providing expertise and guidance.

3. Leadership and Mentorship :

Clinical Guidance : Provide mentorship and coaching to other team members.

Delegation : Assign patient care tasks to team members based on their skills and scope of practice.

Community Outreach : Build relationships with community partners to enhance patient care.

4. Administrative and Quality Assurance :

Documentation : Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Quality Improvement : Actively participate in quality assurance initiatives.

Safety : Adhere to safe work practices and contribute to a safe work environment.

Join Us & Make an Impact!

If you're a visionary leader with a passion and a commitment to serving your community, we encourage you to apply! This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of others while working with a dynamic and dedicated team.

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. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package , including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging : Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our and exploring our for all County employees.

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 ofpage.

Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills

• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education,training and experience will be evaluated.

An Associate's degree or a Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program

Registered Nurse Licensure

BLS CPR Certification

A minimum one (1) year of ambulatory nursing experience

Spanish language proficiency

Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills

Leadership in Diversity and Equity : Led and fostered a diverse and multicultural workforce, applying an equity, intersectional, and anti-racist lens. Skillfully navigated cultural differences, conflicts, and misunderstandings through effective negotiation and facilitation.

Performance Management and Accountability : Maintained a culture of accountability through regular staff performance evaluations. Fostered an environment of respect and appreciation for ethnic and cultural diversity.

Cultural Competency and Advocacy : Demonstrated advanced knowledge of cultures, customs, and social experiences of marginalized communities. Actively identified and deconstructed systemic barriers impacting communities of color and other marginalized groups.

Resilience and Adaptability : Thrived in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism and effectiveness. Promoted a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

SCREENING & EVALUATION :

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

1. A completed online application .

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

3. Attach a Cover Letter that expands on your resume, addressing why you are interested in this position and demonstrating how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

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.

Internal applicant : If you are an internal candidate (current employee, including on-call, regular, trial service, limited duration, and temporary employee), your job application will consist of the career profile that you complete in Workday. Before you apply, please make sure to do the following :

Navigate to your profile in Workday (see : ) and click on the “My Career” section of your profile. Complete all sections of your career profile that you want to have included in your application (Job History, Education, Skills, Languages, Certifications, etc.).

When completing the application on Workday as an internal candidate, you will need to scroll down to see the “Resume / Cover Letter” section on your screen. This is the place where you may upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the “Upload” button for EACH document you’d like to upload. There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.

Do not click the “Submit” button before you upload your documents.

After You Apply :

Please save a copy of this job posting for your reference, as it will not be available for you to view online after the job posting closes.

Log in to your Workday account before the job posting closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions to complete. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.

Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

The Selection Process : For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview ofpage. 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

Language assessment

Background, reference

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

Future Opportunities : Applying for this posting will give you the opportunity to be placed on the eligible list for future positions as they become available. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, on call and limited duration assignments.

Salary / Equal Pay Law : Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

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Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the page.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Type of Position : This position is eligible for overtime.

Type : Represented

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Location : East County Health Center, 600 NE 8th Street, Suite 300, Gresham OR

Schedule : Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

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 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 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 :

Darcy Stjernberg Morey

Email : Phone :

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

Job Profile :

6315 - Community Health Nurse