Registered Nurse Care Coordinator

Posting number: 26-00133

Department: Health Clinics

Division: OREGON NURSES ASSOCIATION

Job classification: Health Care Professional 3 - RN Care Coordinator

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Community Services, Health Services, Public Health, Nursing, Human Services, Health Care Support, Medical

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*The Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Countiesare in search of a Registered Nurse Care Coordinatorto join the team! Our nurses work in a patient-centered environment with professionals who have a passion for preventive, team-based care.*

Job SummaryRegistered 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.

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.

• This position may be filled at the Health Care Professional 3 or Health Care Professional 5 level depending on experience, education, and specialized certifications.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

• Current Oregon Registered Nurse License.
• Valid Oregon Driver's License. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
• 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays +14 hours of PTO accrual every month. PTO accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
• Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your whole family without paying a dime .
• In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or 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:
• $81,127.83 -$131,609.76
• This position is 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.
• *Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.*
• Have benefits questions?

Salary Placement Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.

Minimum Qualifications*The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:*Health Care Professional 3 level:

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) AND1 year of nursing experience
• Equivalency will be considered: RN and 4 years of nursing experience
• BSN preferred

• Annual salary range of
• Health Care Professional 3 level: $81,127.83 - $117,332.31
• Health Care Professional 5 level:$91,00.94 - $131,609.76
• Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment.
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County.

Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

• Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) AND8 years of nursing experience
• Equivalencies will be considered:
• BSN, 8 years of nursing experience, and specialized certification OR
• RN, 14 years of nursing experience, and specialized certification
• MSN preferred.

Rachel Smith, Primary Care Clinical Practice Manager

Benton County Health Clinics

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.”

*Working at Benton CountyLiving in Benton County*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 is a FLSA exempt position.
• This is an ONA represented position.
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
• 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 and/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.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

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