Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Salary Range: $5,541 - $6,330 per month. Effective February 1, 2026, a 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment applies. Pay is based on skills and experience.

Location:

Salem, Oregon (2600 Center St. NE)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Licensed Practical Nurse

The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the Oregon Health Authority, seeks Licensed Practical Nurses to join a team dedicated to helping patients recover and return to community life.

What you will do! You will assist in determining and providing medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients, under the supervision of an RN. Responsibilities include administering medications as ordered, completing focused assessments, responding to emergent psychiatric situations, ensuring a safe environment, and maintaining the therapeutic milieu.

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If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, apply. OHA values diversity and seeks applicants from all backgrounds.

• Possess a valid Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse license at the time of appointment, obtained within a reasonable timeframe from the application date.

• Experience working in mental health
• Experience in conflict and crisis management
• Strong leadership skills
• Experience in milieu management
• Ability to manage multiple job responsibilities simultaneously

• Pre‑employment checks: abuse check, criminal records check, driving records check; employment contingent on results.
• Requirement to pass a pre‑employment drug test.

Swing shift: 12:30 pm – 11:00 pm with varied days off.

How to Apply:

• External candidates: submit your application through the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage.
• Internal candidates: current State of Oregon employees must apply via Workday login.
• Ensure your work history is up to date and answer all supplemental questions.

• Before the announcement closes, log in to Workday and complete any pending tasks.
• Check email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates.
• Veterans: follow instructions to submit preference documents; do not attach them in the Resume/CV field.

• Your application materials should highlight your skills and experience; submissions will be screened for consistency, communication, attention to detail, and grammar.
• This position is permanent, full‑time, located in Salem, Oregon and is 100% onsite.
• Positions are represented by SEIU.
• Download a copy of this announcement before the deadline; for questions, contact Jenny Templin at 971‑372‑8147 or jenny.templingon.gov.

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits with low monthly out‑of‑pocket costs for employees and eligible families.
• Optional life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, deferred compensation, and health care flexible spending accounts.
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours/month sick leave, vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the PERS/OHSRP retirement plan.
• Training opportunities to advance your career within the State of Oregon.

• Application information used for Equal Pay Analysis upon hire.
• If PERS qualifying, salary will include an additional 6.95% adjustment.
• No visa sponsorship offered; I‑9 documentation required within three days of hire and proof of US work authorization.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. Discrimination on any protected class is prohibited, and salary is determined through a fair review of qualifications.

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