Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. CLINICAL LEAD NURSE Location: West Salem Clinic | 1233 Edgewater St NW, Salem, OR. 97304 Job Status: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 40 hours a week Application Link: YOUR ROLE: As a Clinical Lead Nurse, you will direct and oversee the daily operation of the nursing staff. You will serve as liaison between the clinical care team and Management. You will assist the manager in evaluating employee performance, monitor staff closely to ensure they fulfill their job duties and provide the best patient care. Promote a positive work environment and support the teamwork model, lead by example and able to develop positive rapport with all team members. SUPERVISORY DUTIES: You will assist the manager with the hiring, coaching, and directing employees based on established policies, procedures, and protocols. Monitor staff compliance with policies, procedures and standards of Northwest Human Services and identify job performance training needs. Provides feedback to nursing staff as well as manager and gives input into nursing staff performance review. SPECIFIC DUTIES: + Directs and oversees the daily operation of nursing staff by huddling throughout the day with all care teams. Identifies workflow deficiencies and proactively collaborates with team to problem solve. Provides direction and delegates tasks as needed. + Assists with the hiring and monitoring of all new employees including students throughout the orientation process, ensuring familiarity and competency with clinical care team requirements, responsibilities, relevant policies and procedures, proper use of equipment, scrubbing expectations, safety practices, etc. Monitors staff conformity to policies and procedures, reports variances to manager. + Communicates effectively in a professional manner with clients, staff, and providers. Promotes intra and inter-department cooperation and positive morale. Serves as a role model and mentor for clinical staff by demonstrating strong critical thinking skills, maintaining composure during challenging events, can problem solve effectively and independently if needed. + Participates in planning and implementation of policies and procedures as well as educational programs. Assists in writing and updating protocols as directed. + Actively participates and presents at monthly staff meetings. QUALIFICATIONS: + Current Oregon RN or LPN license. + CPR certification in infant, child, and adult. + Minimum 3 years nursing experience required. Clinic experience preferred. + Supervisory experience preferred. Charge or Lead Nurse experience required. + Good interpersonal, communication team-building and conflict resolution skills. + Ability to work with the public politely, courteously, efficiently, and effectively. + Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making. SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency provides a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry. + Competitive Salary + Full Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical with two plan options + Dental & Vision options + Flex Spending Account + Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer + 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match + PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions @ 40 hrs./wk. + 7½ paid holidays each year + 2 paid floating holidays for FT positions + Continuing Education & Training Benefits + Employee Healthy Living Program – Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation TO APPLY: If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at: For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: | 503.588.5828 All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check. Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Community | Compassion | Commitment | Integrity Working together to empower individual to improve their health, well-being, and safety. Department Nursing Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Mid-level Compensation DOE