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Form of workBenton County is seeking a Registered Nurse Care Coordinatorfor the School-Based Lincoln Health Center!
Job Summary
Registered Nurses work in clinical, community, and home settings to provide a broad range of nursing services aimed at disease prevention, treatment, and health policy implementation. They apply critical thinking and nursing process skills to screen, assess, plan, deliver and evaluate health interventions for individuals and populations. This position will include triage to assess clients' health status for immediate care, clinical appointment, education for care at home, or referrals to resources. Demonstrate knowledge-based care to assigned clients and programs in accordance with standards of practice, nursing practice act, Oregon Administrative Rules, County and department policies and procedures. May provide specialized services within specified programs and at multiple sites according to scope, license, and program standards.
This position will be located at the Lincoln Elementary School in south Corvallis.
We asked our Nurses what they appreciate about working at our Health Centers:
"Highlights for me include the ability to advocate for the patients who are often forgotten in the healthcare system. Making a difference in the community that I live in. Working within a care team, but also having the larger RN group to support as needed. Job variability - every day is different. Self-directed - you can tailor the job to your strengths and to the care team's needs. Schedule flexibility for good work/life balance."
- Jessica, Registered Nurse Care Coordinator, Corvallis Health Services
The first review of applications will be April 8, 2024.
Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.
- Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 10 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 14 hours of PTO accrual every month + sick leave. PTO accrual increases with years of service.
- $0 Health Insurance Premium!
- Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
- In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement Account!
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications.
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year.
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered.
- Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
- After 6 months of employment the County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
- A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs.
- 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($10,000), and Long Term Disability coverage
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
- Annual salary range of:
- Health Care Professional 3: $64,289 - $92,978
- These positions are eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
- Have benefits questions?
- Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups. women, individuals with disabilities, veterans and LGBTQIA+ community members.
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are requiredfor this position:
- Health Care Professional 3
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN); AND
- 1 year of nursing experience
Equivalency will be considered for RN and 4 years of nursing experience.
(Bachelor's in Nursing preferred)
Special Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse
- 6 months of experience in pediatrics
- 6 months experience working with adult patients
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
- Valid Oregon Driver's License
- Equivalent of 3 years of triage experience with adult and pediatrics.
- Experience working with a care team and scheduling staff.
- Experience in electronic medical records.
Jessica Washko, Interim Nursing Supervisor
Benton County Health Clinics
541-766-6371
Benton County Health Clinics
541-766-6371
Jessica.Washko@bentoncountyor.gov
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
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How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more aboutBenton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.govor by phone at 541-766-6081. Employment Type: Regular Full-time
