Corrections Health Licensed Practical Nurse, 12% Hourly Premium

Multnomah County

. Provide focused community and clinic health services within the healthcare team .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesJunior💰 $31 - $40 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering medications, performing diagnostic testing, and providing patient care within a clinical setting. Proficient in documentation using SOAP methodology and EPIC systems while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams.

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Licensed Practical NurseMedication AdministrationDiagnostic TestingPatient CareCPR/BLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Medication AdministrationPhlebotomyWound CareSuture RemovalCatheterizationFluoride TreatmentsElectronic Health RecordsSOAP MethodologyChronic Disease MonitoringQuality Control Activities

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationPatient SupportProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

EPIC SystemsElectronic Reports

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseCPR/BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Community Health ServicesIncarcerated Patients CareDiverse Vulnerable PopulationsOregon State Board of NursingEssential Employee

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SOAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide focused community and clinic health services within the healthcare team
Administer MSR medications, including Suboxone and Subutex, to incarcerated patients under supervision
Review MSR referrals and refer patients to nurses or providers as appropriate
Assess prevention-screening needs using electronic reports and provider schedules
Perform pre-visit activities, prepare patients for exams and procedures, set up equipment, and collect specimens
Monitor chronic disease and prevention reports and initiate follow-up or referrals
Follow up on specialty referrals, clinical treatments, prescriptions, and medication cancellations
Document patient encounters using SOAP methodology and EPIC dot-phrases and smart phrases
Support clinic flow through provider support, patient rooming, and ordering directed labs
Provide after-visit instructions and arrange follow-up appointments
Administer treatments including wound care, ear irrigation, suture removal, catheterization, and fluoride treatments
Perform diagnostic testing including laboratory tests, phlebotomy, and EKGs
Collaborate with RNs and PCPs on plans of care
Complete required documentation and charting
Troubleshoot equipment issues and report repairs
Complete assigned quality control and assurance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of an Oregon State Board of Nursing approved program at the certificate level or higher
License to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse under Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 678.021
Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience
Valid CPR/BLS certification upon hire
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or approved medical/religious exemption
Successful background investigation, which may include fingerprinting
Ability to work as an Essential Employee
Resume demonstrating minimum qualifications
Cover letter addressing experience with diverse vulnerable populations, qualifications, and interest in the position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional 12% hourly corrections nurse premium
Hourly differentials for swing ($3/hr), graveyard ($6/hr), and weekend ($3.50/hr) shifts
Mandatory overtime paid at 1.5x for the first 4 hours and 2.0x for remaining hours; following-day scheduled shifts paid at 1.5x
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for full-time Multnomah County Health Department employees
Generous vacation and sick leave
Medical and dental plans
Pension
Overtime eligibility
Reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act