Nurse (LPN or RN) - Represented

Description

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Hooper Detox provides both 24 / 7 inpatient and outpatient withdrawal management and stabilization services for people seeking treatment for substance use disorders. Many of the staff at Hooper are in recovery themselves and have experienced the challenges that come with withdrawal and early stabilization. They serve as reminders that recovery is possible and often provide the first rays of hope for the long journey ahead.

This position provides direct patient care for a medically monitored 24 hour 7 day a week 60- bed detoxification and stabilization center. Has the support of Medical Director and Nursing Manager. This position has access to mental health billing and service records.

Schedule : Wednesday - Saturday, 0700 - 1330

Location : Hooper Detoxification and Stabilization Center (1535 N Williams Ave. Portland, OR 97227)

Compensation : $27.58 per hour for LPNs, $50.17 per hour for RNs

Seniority Bid Window Closes : 9 / 19 / 2025

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an accredited two, three or four year course of training for nurses.
• Current licensure with the Oregon State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
• Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA
• Current BLS certification prior to start date.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern's drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must have the physical ability to bend, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, squat, pull and lift heavy clients or objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.
• Must be able to document nursing interventions and responses to care. Do so in an accurate, legible, and intelligible manner.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.
• The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

This role is a Union Represented position through : American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). You can find more information about your representation here :

BENEFITS : Central City Concern offers an incredible benefits package to our Regular / FT employees

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

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