Job at a glance
Compassionate Nurse Wanted – Make a Difference Every Day! Are you a caring and dedicated Nurse looking to make a real impact in people’s lives? Join our team at UHI, where your skills, passion, and heart for patient care will be valued and celebrated! Why You’ll Love Working With Us: ? Competitive Pay & Benefits – We take care of you while you take care of others! ? Supportive Team Culture – Work alongside compassionate professionals who have your back.
? Flexible Schedules – We understand work-life balance is essential. ? Growth Opportunities – Advance your career with ongoing training and leadership potential. What You’ll Do: * Provide top-notch patient care with kindness and expertise. * Administer medications and monitor treatments with attention to detail. * Educate Team members and families, empowering them with knowledge. * Collaborate with a skilled medical team to ensure the best outcomes.
What We’re Looking For: ? Licensed Nurse (RN/LPN) – A passion for healthcare is a must! ? Strong communication and critical-thinking skills. ? A heart for patient care and a commitment to excellence. Ready to make a difference? Apply today! Join UHI and be part of a team that truly cares ! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: · Promote and implement UHI’s mission in the lives of individuals supported.
· Foster a stable living environment by prioritizing individuals' rights to respect, dignity, choice, and safety. · Dependable, reliable, and maintain regular work attendance. · Complete all duties as a Mandatory Abuse Reporter . · Respond to emergencies and/or crises, which may involve physical intervention. · Administer medications accurately and as needed. · Maintain current certifications, including CPR and First Aid (renew every two years) and OIS (renew every two years).
· Complete Core Competencies as required by the state of Oregon. · Fulfill a minimum of 12 hours of relevant continuing education every biennium. · Provide and encourage individuals to participate in community outings and planned activities. · Research and implement new programs and activities aligned with individuals' interests. · Assist with transporting and escorting individuals to and from activities or appointments.
· Operate vehicles safely, ensuring compliance with traffic laws and safety regulations. · Provide physical assistance to individuals entering or exiting vehicles and secure wheelchairs safely with tie-downs. · Use mobile devices and applications as necessary for task tracking and documentation (downloading apps may be required). · Other duties as assigned SKILLS AND ABILITIES: · Excellent organizational and project management skills.
· Strong interpersonal and communication abilities. · Detail-oriented and willing to learn. · Proficiency in computer applications and mobile technology. · Ability to interpret instructions and perform basic math calculations. · Capable of preparing written reports with accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. QUALIFICATIONS: · At least 18 years old. · Active, unrestricted State of Oregon RN license in good standing.
· Valid Oregon driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. · Ability to regularly push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. · Successful completion of a State/Federal criminal history check and pre-employment drug screening for federally illegal substances.