Nurse Practitioner - Corrections Health - OPEN UNTIL FILLED

THIS WORK MATTERS!

Corrections Health is a part of Multnomah County Health Department.  It provides medical, dental and mental health care services at the county's two adult jails and one juvenile detention facility. It provides service 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 
 
The adult jails and youth detention center have a combined capacity of about 1,400.  Corrections Health serves 35,000+ inmates and youth yearly. Adult inmates' average length of stay in jail is about 13 days.  Many detainees have lengths of stay of a few days; some are sentenced for up to one year.  The most common health needs facing inmates and youth are mental health diagnoses, chronic diseases, and addiction to alcohol and drugs.

Corrections Health is seeking Nurse Practitioners who are comfortable with caring for the medically indigent, enthused about cross-cultural medicine, and oriented toward preventive health. Experience with the public safety system, addicted population, multi-system health care needs and unstable chronic diseases are desirable. 

The Nurse Practitioner provides professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services with an emphasis on prevention of disease and promotion of health. The NP establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diversity of patients, including refugees and low-income population groups. Corrections Health provides medically needed health care to inmates of Multnomah County jails. 

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university;
• Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner certificate;
• License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon.
• Ability to speak, read and write Spanish fluently.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery;
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries;
• Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner;
• Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

The Application Packet:
1.      A completed online application.
2.      A resume or curriculum vitae.
 
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

1. Initial review of minimum qualifications
2. Phone screen
3. Oral exam
4. Consideration of top candidates
5. Language assessment (if applicable)
6. Background, reference, and education checks

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime
 
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans' preference website for details about eligibility and how to apply.
 
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
 
Questions?
Jon Marquardt, Recruiter
Health Department
421 SW Oak St, Rm 210, Portland, OR 97204
jon.m.marquardt@multco.us
503-988-8647
 
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.