Our positions are eligible for a generous benefits program including medical, dental, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) with 4% employer matching, and up to 4 weeks paid time off in the first year. Employees also receive priority consideration for career advancement opportunities as well as professional development training and support.
Full Time and Part Time Positions available
Day Shifts, No weekends
Contact licensed medical professional (LMP) for newly admitted patients, reporting medical status and requesting individual medication orders as appropriate for program.
Monitor patient medical status, measure patient vital signs and perform other routine medical procedures; maintain up to date documentation of observations and evaluations in patient electronic medical record.
Follow protocols as established by LMP.
Administer and review PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative).
Perform patient care activities within scope, according to licensed medical professional’s patient care instructions, medication orders, and other established patient care orders.
Collect urinalysis sample, perform rapid toxicology screening, and collect blood samples according to established policies.
Safely dispense medication as prescribed and continue to monitor patient for potential side effects.
Evaluate and assess medical stability of established patients within program expectations and professional scope, identifying any special needs or circumstances that require licensed medical professional notification.
Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations. Lift patient if necessary for safety.
Requirements
Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure. Completion of an accredited nursing education program that includes at least 500 hours of direct patient contact.
Current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.
Crisis prevention certification (such as CPI) within six months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within one month of hire.
All CODA facilities are drug-free and smoke-free worksites. Employees may not be serving any supervised parole or probation. Individuals in recovery must have a minimum of two years in recovery post-treatment to be considered for employment.
CODA is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.