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Our mission is to promote and protect the health and safety of our community. Our department has a primary responsibility to help address the basic health and wellness of Deschutes County residents. The department offers services at more than 40 locations in Deschutes County including public schools; health clinics in Bend, La Pine, Redmond and Sisters; five school-based health clinics; agencies such as the KIDS Center and the State of Oregon Department of Human Services; area hospitals; care facilities and homes.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:
This position will specifically provide Babies First and CaCoon services in Deschutes County as both are Evidence informed programs supported by Oregon Health Authority.
This position requires travel throughout Deschutes County to include Bend, Redmond, Sisters and La Pine. Cross-training in other nurse home visiting programs may be required as appropriate based on department needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments via in-person and telehealth to evaluate the health status of prenatal and postpartum caregivers and children 0-5 rears old, and CaCoon eligible clients 0-21 years old..
- Document visit encounters to include nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in our EHR and data collecting systems.
- Provide prenatal, postpartum and pediatric education.
- Provide case management, care coordination, and refer families to community resources.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- Working with high-risk clients in the maternal child health nursing field.
- Establishing therapeutic relationships with clients, demonstrating excellent communication and listening skills.
- Charting in electronic health record systems.
- Working independently, being self-motivated and resourceful, and having the ability to keep organized with good time management skills while managing a full caseload.
- Working independently as well as in a team setting.
- Being self-motivated and resourceful.
- Having the ability to stay organized with good time management skills while managing a full caseload.
- Maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Showing understanding of cultural competency, time management, and problem solving skills.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
Review the full job description by clicking HERE.$5,908.27 to $7,917.64 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.
BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $90 per month, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HEREfor full benefit details.
- Associate's degree in Nursing;
- AND two (2) years of relevant experience;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in nursing and four (4) years of experience in Public Health nursing or related nursing experience in public or community health.
- A Bachelor's degree in nursing with two (2) years of Public Health or maternal child health nursing experience.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Possession of or ability to obtain an Oregon State Registered Nurse License by time of hire.Sufficient ambulatory ability to deliver services throughout Deschutes County, including the materials needed for presentations, and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including but not limited to hospitals, schools, jails, clinics, client homes, and community and residential settings within required response times.
Physical Requirements. Lift and carry equipment up to, but not exceeding 30 pounds. Climb stairs, stand for extended periods, walk distances of 100 feet, and sit down on the floor and get back up without assistance.Employment Type: Regular, full time, full benefits
