Community Health Nurse – On Call

Multnomah County

. Provide comprehensive community and clinic health services focused on disease prevention, health promotion, and client self-care .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50 - $65 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient health evaluation, care planning, and chronic condition management while fostering collaboration within healthcare teams. Proficient in maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to safe work practices in diverse community settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse LicensureBLS CPR CertificationPatient Health EvaluationCare PlanningChronic Condition Management

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Hard Skills

Comprehensive AssessmentsMedication AdministrationPatient DocumentationCare CoordinationCase Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingBuilding RelationshipsCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Disease PreventionHealth PromotionClient Self-CareQuality AssuranceInclusive Workplace

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive community and clinic health services focused on disease prevention, health promotion, and client self-care
Evaluate patient health, identify needs, and develop care plans
Provide ongoing care for chronic conditions including depression, diabetes, and asthma
Administer medications and treatments as needed
Respond to urgent medical needs in person and remotely
Educate patients to help them manage their health
Coordinate care with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare team members
Manage referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers
Serve as a resource and provide expertise and guidance to team members
Mentor and coach team members
Delegate patient care tasks according to skills and scope of practice
Build relationships with community partners
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Contribute to a safe work environment
Support a respectful, inclusive workplace serving diverse populations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program
Registered Nurse Licensure
BLS CPR Certification
Submit a completed online application
Attach a resume demonstrating minimum qualifications
Attach a cover letter addressing interest and alignment with qualifications
Participate in phone screening, language assessment, background and reference checks
Ability to provide comprehensive assessments, care planning, counseling, intervention, case management, referrals, and evaluation
Ability to administer medications and treatments
Ability to maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Ability to adhere to safe work practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-funded retirement savings
Health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs
Work-life balance focus
Reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Veterans’ preference under Oregon Law for qualifying veterans