Department Overview
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The OHSU Friends of the University Care Facilitation RN works as a member of a patient care and service team, providing direct and supportive care services and patient advocacy for patients and families of the Friends of the University Program at OHSU, which includes individuals of special constituent relations and who carry a significant and often high-profile relationships with OHSU.
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The FOU Care Facilitation RN is a Registered Nurse who works as part of the patient's care team, and manages the Ambulatory and Inpatient service needs for the patients and families for the Friends of the University (FOU) Program to ensure the optimum level of service, care, and patient experience at OHSU. The FOU Care Facilitation RN reports to the Nurse Manager / Care Facilitation Manager and will share the caseload of FOU patients requiring 24/7 service coverage. The FOU Care Facilitation RN supports strategic and operational goals, and serves as a contributor to program development, support and management needs.
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Under the guidance of the FOU Director and Nurse Manager, the FOU Care Facilitation RN participates in the ongoing management of the Ambulatory Care Support Services for the Friends of the University. The FOU Care Facilitation RN supports the development and implementation of strategic plans and objectives for the department and provides mentorship and clinical oversight to non-clinical staff.
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Function/Duties of Position
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The FOU Care Facilitation RN provides various direct care services including triage services, patient advocacy, needs assessments, symptom management, care facilitation, education, nursing advice, coordination of necessary medical services within the OHSU system, as well as system navigation and networking, resource referrals and connections within the surrounding health communtity, organizations, and agencies. The FOU Care Facilitation RN works with patients within the inpatient setting, as well as the ambulatory settings. The FOU Care Facilitation RN requires strong and current nursing skills to prioritize care needs, to guide and facilitate patient care, and to provide linkages to appropriate OHSU services.
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The FOU Care Facilitation RN provides ongoing communication with the FOU patients and families, and supportive collaboration with all members of the OHSU multi-disciplinary care teams. Assurance of service excellence for the FOU patient’s care experience is of utmost concern, emphasizing patient-centeredness.
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The FOU Care Facilitation RN additionally participates in all OHSU Health TownHall meetings, OHSUF TownHall meetings, Dean’s Office Staff Meetings, and FOU Staff Meetings.
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Required Qualifications
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n - BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
n - ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
n - Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
n - Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
n - BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
n - BLS must not expire during orientation
n - Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
n - Minimum of 4 years acute care required.
n - Demonstrated comfort dealing with high profile individuals required.
n - Strong nursing triage skills required.
n - Current unencumbered Driver's License required.
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Additional Details
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Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse
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n - External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
n - Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.
n - TTP Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway details and dates:
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n - Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
n - $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
n - Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
n - Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
n - Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
n - Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid)
n - Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
n - Tuition Reimbursement
n - Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources
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All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or