Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Initial posting date: 07/31/2026 • Application deadline: 08/05/2026 • Agency: Oregon Health Authority

About the role

You will assist in determining and providing medical and psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients at Oregon State Hospital under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This involves delivering care to elderly patients, individuals with behavioral illnesses or histories, and those who are physically compromised. The position also contributes to maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.

Working Conditions

• Provides care for patients who may present a danger to themselves or others.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases, noise, bodily fluids, hazardous medications, behavioral interventions, and manual or mechanical restraints.
• Frequently moves up to 20 pounds; occasionally moves up to 60 pounds vertically.
• Requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting, and squatting.
• Schedules may change with little notice and may include overtime or double shifts.
• Occasional driving or accompanying patients in vehicles may be required.

Requirements

• Must reflect all minimum qualifications in your application for consideration.
• Employment contingent upon passing an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check.
• Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must complete I-9 documentation within three days of hire to confirm work authorization in the United States (E-Verify used).
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Desired Attributes

• 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.

Schedule

Hospital Wide Float Pool • Thursday – Sunday • Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay

$5,709 – $6,849 per month. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range; if the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the range will increase by 6.95%.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits: life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• Permanent, full-time position located in Salem, Oregon (2600 Center St. NE).
• Represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• 100% on-site at a 24/7 facility, including holidays.