Flex Nurse - Klamath Falls

Required Competencies

Must have demonstrated competency or ability to attain competency for each of the following within a reasonable period: Strong client engagement skills High level of ability and comfort providing extensive outreach and community-based nursing care in a multitude of settings Ability in nursing assessment including evaluation and interpretation of medical and behavioral health information Knowledge and ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with Oregon OSHA, BestCare Treatment Services Policies and Procedures, Oregon Administrative Rules, and the RN Scope of Practice Proven success in collaborating with co-workers and a multi-disciplinary team to provide and advocate for excellent patient care Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), EHR systems, databases, virtual meeting platforms, internet, and ability to learn new or updated software Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, and demonstrated compassion towards individuals with mental illness and substance abuse disorders Strong communication skills (oral and written) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Critical thinking skills Ability to maintain strict confidence as required by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon Statutes Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships Ability to function well and use good judgment in a high-paced and at times stressful environment Ability to manage conflict resolution and anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately and effectively Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a diverse, multi-cultural environment Ability to work independently as well as participating as a positive, collaborative team member

Requirements

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Practical Nurse degree Experience working with mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders For individuals recovering from the disease of addiction, must have maintained continuous sobriety for the previous two years at the time of hire Nurse II (MS6 pay grade): Associate’s Degree in Nursing (RN) or Nurse III (MS7A pay grade): BS Degree in Nursing Experience working with mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders, and/or community health services For individuals in recovery from substance-use disorder, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two years at the time of hire Availability for a variable schedule LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Current and unrestricted Oregon License as Practical Nurse (LPN) Current Oregon Registered Nurse license for Nurse II (associate's degree) or Current Oregon Registered Nurse license for Nurse III (BSN) Current BLS + First Aid/AED certifications Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire, and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy (minimum 21 years of age and with no Type A violations in the past 3 years, or three (3) or more Type B violations) PREFERRED: Experience working with diverse, multi-cultural communities preferred Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus