Nurse Practitioner; Pendleton

Overview

Initial Posting Date: 01/05/2026

Final date to receive applications: 02/02/2026

Agency: Department of Corrections

Salary Range: $9,802 - $13,245

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner (Pendleton)

Job Description: Nurse Practitioner (Pendleton) at Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution – Pendleton, Oregon

Oregon Department of Corrections is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner located at the Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) in Pendleton.

Provide on-site care within a secure correctional facility medical unit. This role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to oversee treatment without the pressures of billing or insurance. We see and treat all medical specialties, including post-operative care following hospital visits. This position emphasizes professional continuity of care and meaningful impact.

Evaluate patients through physical examinations and diagnostic testing, including assessment of the heart, lungs, and gastrointestinal system. Identify signs of disease, organ enlargement, and other health issues. Perform venipuncture as needed, order and interpret laboratory studies, and develop/execute complete patient treatment plans as primary provider. Treat infections, sprains, simple fractures, and suturing of non-major wounds. Suggest dietary supplements and non-prescription medicines;

prescribe antibiotics and other medications as authorized. Refer complex cases to physicians or specialists; collaborate with physicians on diagnosis and care management. Train nurses and health staff, extend clinic assessments, and oversee treatments administered by supervised staff. Explain medical information to patients and families.

Minimum Qualifications: A current Nurse Practitioner license and a Registered Nurse license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

• Diagnostic techniques
• Nursing principles and practices
• Current treatment for common human diseases
• Human growth and behavior

• Therapeutic treatments, examination instruments use, and medication administration
• Patient assessment, including laboratory tests and other diagnostics
• Judgment on when to consult other resources for diagnosis and case management
• Oral and written communication with diverse individuals
• Working with patients who may be aggressive, self-abusive, or combative

DOC benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance through the Public Employees Benefit Board and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement System. Paid vacation and sick leave accrued monthly; wage increases per applicable labor contract. Eligible for AFSCME representation; PERS benefits may apply.

• 5% for bilingual ability
• 4.75% for BSN
• 9.5% for MSN
• 5% for Lead Worker
• Swing shift – $3.92/hour
• Night shift – $5/hour
• Weekend shift – $5/hour

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This recruitment will remain open until filled. We may close the announcement at any time when we have received an adequate number of applications. We cannot guarantee consideration of all applications.

Position located inside Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution in Pendleton, Oregon. Primary care and medical management of adults in custody, including examination, diagnosis, treatment, and performance of procedures within the scope of a licensed nurse practitioner, with physician referral as needed. Care is provided in settings ranging from ambulatory/clinic to infirmary or specialized units.

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