.8 FTE Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

THIS WORK MATTERS!

Multnomah County Health Department has a vision that includes you...Healthy People in Healthy Communities.  Join a team that includes Portland's most outstanding healthcare professionals!

This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies at our Primary Care Health Centers. 

Integrated Clinical Services provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The vision of Integrated Clinical Services is to provide services that are integrated and connected to support optimal health, reducing wait times and optimizing access.

The Health Department is seeking Full Time (.8 FTE) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners to serve in our primary care health centers. Our Public Health Teams include primary care providers, Behavioral health consultants, nurses, and support staff. The PMHNP provides professional, comprehensive specialized psychiatric mental health advanced practice nursing services to adults with an emphasis on rapid collaboration, prevention of secondary and tertiary disease and disability, and promotion of health. In addition, the PMHNP provides psychiatric evaluations, consultations, medication management, and some psychotherapy. The PMHNP establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diverse group of patients, including refugees and low-income populations. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides services within Integrated Clinical Services and they are a key building block of effective clinical services.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 
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.
 
Required 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 participate in care related to pregnancy options care; emergency contraceptive pills; and reproductive health care to adults.

The Application Packet:
1.      A resume or CV
2.      Responses to the supplemental questions 

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. Supplemental question review
3. Phone screen
4. Oral exam
5. Consideration of top candidates
6. Language assessment (if applicable)
7. 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 Street, Suite 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.