Nurse Practitioner (Rex Putnam HS)

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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

· Service · Professionalism · Integrity · Respect · Individual accountability · Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

Clackamas County Core Values

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This position will remain open until filled.

Application reviews will occur weekly. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Annual Pay Range: $108,914.19 - $138,574.37

Hourly Pay Range: $55.853432 - $71.063777

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
• Monthly accruals (prorated for less than 1.0 FTE)

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

Employees must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to receive full benefits. Employees working 20 - 29 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits for themselves and family members. Medical plans cover the employee and all eligible dependents (including spouse/domestic partner and/or children) at a reasonable cost.

This is a part time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

Employees' Association (EA) Part Time Benefits

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Clackamas County's Health Centers Division is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner for our School-Based Health Centers. School Based Health Centers (SBHCs) are located within the Oregon City School District at Oregon City High School; North Clackamas School District at Rex Putnam High School in Milwaukie, Clackamas High School and Adrienne C. Nelson High School in Happy Valley. This position is primarily located at Rex Putnam HS SBHC. However, chosen applicant may be asked to cover at another site based on program need.

In this role you will conduct physical examinations, interview patients and families, perform and interpret diagnostic procedures, and develop care plans. Responsibilities include prescribing medications, evaluating patient responses, and educating on medication risks and benefits. You will participate in clinic operations, quality assurance activities, the development of clinical protocols, and enhance patient care and health outcomes.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State of Oregon
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
• Within thirty (30) days of hire, licensed as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges in area of specialty by the State of Oregon.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience working with adolescents
• Experience providing reproductive health care to adolescents
• Proficiency or willingness to be trained in IUD placement procedure
• Experience with evaluation and treatment of anxiety and depression
• Pediatric Experience
• Bilingual Proficiency (Spanish/English)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Clinical Responsibilities and Patient Care Coordination:

• Work in team based care model with site specific CMA and mental health provider and shared SBHC BH and RN positions.
• Conduct physical examinations, interview patients and families for health histories.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests.
• Develop and implement care plans, and make referrals to other health care providers.
• Prescribe and administer medications within legally established formulary.
• Evaluate patient response to medications and educate on risks and benefits.
• Participate in clinic operations and quality assurance activities; evaluate and recommend improvements to health care services.
• Assist in the formation and review of clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education and in-service training.
• Document patient encounters, physicals, exams, case summaries, chart notes, consultations, work plans, intake and termination papers, billing documentation, and correspondence.
• Promote SBHC services and present educational talks to students.

Family Practice Medicine:

• Provisions of age appropriate reproductive health care. Including: diagnosis, and treatment of gynecological conditions including menstrual irregularities and STIs. Provide counseling on nutrition, sexuality, family planning, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases.
• Provide diagnostic assessment, management, and follow-up for youth with acute medical and mental health disorders; teach general health care, hygiene, and first aid.
• Pediatric medicine: conduct physical exams, evaluate growth and development, diagnose and treat childhood illnesses, counsel parents, and determine immunization needs.

This position works three eight hour days; 8:00am - 4:30pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Clackamas County Health Centers provide direct medical, dental, and mental health services to Clackamas County residents.

We provide services at our Integrated Primary Health Care Clinics, our mental health clinics, or through our School Based Health Centers.

Health Centers is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.

Learn more about Clackamas Health Centers.

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.
• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

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Application Process

Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Request Veterans' Preference

Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Jenn Johnson, Recruiter
JJohnson2@clackamas.us