RN, Administrator on Duty

The Administrator on Duty (AOD) is responsible for daily administrative coordination of patient care and other hospital operations in conjunction with Nursing and Hospital Administration. Responsible for administrative activities during off shifts/weekends/and holidays with appropriate Healthcare and University Administrative representatives on-call as back up. Represents OHSU Hospital and clinical enterprise to the community and public. The Administrator on Duty’s (AOD) decisions and actions are based on the ethical principles outlined by the America Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Nursing.

The AOD practices in adherence with the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) Nursing Administration: Scope and Standards of Practice for Nurse Administrators, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing, the Oregon State Board of Nursing’s Nurse Practice Act, and within the context of the Nurse Executive Competencies developed by the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE). The AOD exemplifies the principles of the OHSU Culture of Safety Position Statement by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture. 

Responsible for daily administrative coordination of patient care and other hospital operations in conjunction with Nursing and Hospital Administration. Responsible for administrative activities during off shifts/weekends/and holidays with appropriate Administrative On-Call back up. Represents OHSU Hospital and Healthcare Mission to the community and public.

• Knowledge of Regulatory/Agency Requirements
• Strong communication skills, teamwork (demonstrated ability to build team and integrate existing teams), and experience in complex organizational environments
• Strong knowledge of current union contracts, Hospital and University policies, human resource policies, Code of Conduct, infection control and OHSA regulations
• Ability to remain focused while performing multiple tasks and assignments 
• This position may be involved in benefits matters, medical treatment matters, or other matters that fall under the confidentiality requirements of HIPAA. Every staff member serving in these roles must participate in the required HIPAA training, and follow all regulatory requirements regarding protected health information (PHI). 
• Maintain status as Trained Organ Requestor by attending training sessions offered by Pacific Northwest Transplant Bank.
• Complete Incident Command System training through FEMA and possess knowledge on current policies, procedures and program information. 

• 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.
• Five years clinical or management experience 
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
• Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

• Master’s degree in healthcare related field

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu