Entry Level Noc Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Per Diem | On-site | Gold Beach, OR

Compensation Range: $44.89 - $67.89

• Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation through our Clinical Nursing Ladder Program and applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities:

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the intermittent supervision of the Ambulatory Nursing Services Manager, the Ambulatory Nursing RN provides direct and indirect patient care in the ambulatory/primary care setting. Assesses patients, using nursing judgement and appropriate screening protocols to determine unmet healthcare needs. Applies nursing diagnoses to define unmet needs. Organizes interventions to address identified needs, including facilitating referrals, obtaining medical orders, or providing education and case management support for the patient. Effectively communicates identified needs and care plan with the multidisciplinary care team including providers, pharmacists, dieticians, social workers, support groups, and more. Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts the care plan accordingly. Chemotherapy experience a plus as services will be expanding to include chemotherapy administration in the future.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform patient assessment considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Uses appropriate screening tools effectively.

Demonstrates understanding of pathophysiology, disease processes, and treatment standards. Applies nursing diagnoses to identified needs.

Formulates a care plan based upon identified needs and facilitates interventions and referrals as appropriate.

Performs interventions in a competent manner, applying evidence-based standards of care and protocols to guide actions. Knowledgeable regarding medications, indications, interactions, and contraindications, considering age of the patient and their clinical condition. Evaluates effectiveness of all interventions.

Administers vaccines and medications in clinic per protocols or with authorized outpatient medication orders.

Formulates individualized teaching plans, evaluating effectiveness of learning. Patient and family interactions are professional.

Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.

Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision, and Shared Values.

SHARED VALUES

Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork: We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity: We promote learning.

Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure. BSN Preferred.
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Ambulatory or Acute care setting
• Knowledgeable about wellness promotion
• Wound care certificate preferred

Chemotherapy certification preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Computer skills are required, specifically using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to deliver acute and chronic wound care.
• Excellent communication skills, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and organizational skills are required.
• A demonstrated ability to multi-task is required.

Whole-person perspective to case management is critical.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

None of the time: None

Up to 1/3 of the time: taste or smell, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or crawl

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Sit

Up 2/3 of the time and more: Stand, Walk, Talk or Hear, Use Hands to finger, handle or feel, pull, reach with hands and arms

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds

Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: No requirement

Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; work with explosives; vibration; outdoor weather conditions, vibration, Risk of electrical shock, Toxic or caustic chemicals

Up to 1/3 of the time: Work near moving mechanical parts, Risk of Radiation

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement

The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.

Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

From 1 – 2 hours per day: Grasping firm/heavy(both), Fine Dexterity (both)

From 7+ hours per day: Repetitive use of hands (both) , Grasping simple/light (both) , Fine Dexterity (both)