Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Overview

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA. The Oregon State Hospital (OSH), a division of the Oregon Health Authority, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. This position provides non-psychiatric forensic medical evaluation and treatment for adults with severe mental illness in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

This position works in collaboration with psychiatric attending providers, who maintain primary responsibility for the overall plan of care. This position serves as a medical consultant to the interdisciplinary treatment team, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions, supporting coordinated care, and contributing to integrated, whole-person treatment planning.

Initial Posting Date 01/26/2026 |
Final date to receive applications 02/28/2026

Agency Oregon Health Authority |
Position Type Employee |
Position Title Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

On-site medical care includes cardiology with echo cardiogram and EEG, podiatry, speech and language pathology, physical and occupational therapy, dentistry, and optometry. The position partners with local hospitals for other specialties. The hospital’s mission is to provide therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on recovery and community reintegration in a safe environment. Under the direction of the Oregon Health Authority, OSH operates campuses in Salem, Junction City and Pendleton to provide patient-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults from throughout the state who need psychiatric inpatient care.

The hospital’s primary goal is to help people recover from their illness and return to the community.

Responsibilities include serving as a medical consultant to the interdisciplinary treatment team, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions, and supporting coordinated care and integrated planning.

Minimum Qualifications

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

NOTE:

Some positions may allow for certifications/licenses at time of appointment rather than at time of application.

Desired Attributes

The following attributes are identified as key to success in this role. If you possess any of these, please include them in your application.

• Demonstrated experience applying empathy and compassion in clinical practice, including active listening, timely follow-up, and collaborative problem-solving with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Demonstrated experience providing primary medical care to patients with complex mental health needs in partnership with attending psychiatrists on interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing time effectively, working independently, and meeting established timelines and deadlines.
• Experience working in a high-acuity, unpredictable environment, maintaining calm and organized care.
• Experience providing general medicine phone consultations to physicians and staff.
• Experience representing a clinical role in public-facing and organizational settings, including participation on committees or cross-functional initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• FNP/ANP/DNP degree
• Board certification/board eligible preferred
• Preference given to applicants with primary care experience

How to Apply: Submission requirements – at the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates:
  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Follow all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates:
  Current State of Oregon employees must apply through Workday. Follow all submission requirements.

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