Location: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 & Wellness Center - 12360 E. Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233
Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Evenings and flexibility may be required.
Wage Range: $43.25 – $50.90 hourly, Non-Exempt
If you are a motivated and dedicated Triage Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
The Triage Registered Nurse provides clinical triage, nursing assessment, patient education, care coordination, and perinatal nursing support in NARA NW's outpatient primary care clinics. This position serves as a key clinical resource for patients and the interdisciplinary care team by assessing patient needs, coordinating appropriate care, providing health education, and supporting quality patient outcomes. The Registered Nurse delivers culturally responsive, patient-centered care while collaborating with providers and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and timely services.
Provide clinical triage for patients through telephone calls, walk-in assessments, and nurse consultations, ensuring timely evaluation and appropriate disposition of patient needs.
Coordinate prenatal and anticoagulation case management, including patient tracking, documentation, follow-up, and registry maintenance, as assigned.
Maintain clinical registries and required program data in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
Document nursing assessments, patient communications, and care provided in the electronic health record (EHR).
Collaborate with providers, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care and address clinical needs.
Assist with ordering and maintaining medical supplies and clinic medications as assigned.
Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and other agency activities.
Provide cross-coverage and additional nursing support based on clinic and organizational needs.
Provide nursing support, care coordination, patient education, and follow-up for patients enrolled in NARA Northwest's perinatal care program.
We would like to hear from people that have:
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Oregon required.
Must obtain and maintain an unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Washington within six (6) months of hire.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Ability to provide patient-centered care and adapt to each patient's individual needs.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with providers, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency in the use of standard nursing equipment and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and provide culturally responsive care.
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds
Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years of registered nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting with telephone triage experience.
Experience working with Native American and Alaska Native communities.
Experience with prenatal care coordination, anticoagulation management, or chronic disease management in a primary care setting.
Prior diabetic foot care training.
15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th, and your birthday!
Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
Feel free to contact
[email protected] if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.
NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.
NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.
Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.
