Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Please email a current CV or Resume to Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov if it is easier to apply that way.   

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  -   Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner 

Make a Difference in the Lives of Those Who Need It Most 

Oregon State Hospital (OSH), a division of the Oregon Health Authority, is seeking dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners to provide compassionate, patient-centered mental health care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. We are looking for professionals who value evidence-based treatment, collaborative care, and recovery-oriented practices that support patients in returning successfully to their communities. 

OSH is a Joint Commission-accredited and CMS-certified public psychiatric hospital with campuses in Salem and Junction City. We provide psychiatric hospital and residential treatment services to individuals committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system. Our staff play an essential role in achieving the hospital’s vision: to inspire hope, promote safety, and support recovery for all. 

What You Will Do 
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will: 

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to individuals with complex behavioral health needs 

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications within the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner scope of practice 

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams (IDTs) to develop and implement individualized treatment plans 

• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused care to promote stabilization and rehabilitation 

• Provide consultation to colleagues and participate in care planning to support safe, effective treatment outcomes 

• Contribute to the hospital’s mission through direct patient care, clinical leadership, and ongoing professional development 

What’s in it for You? 

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth 

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family 

• Fully paid retirement program and optional life/disability insurance 

• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal business leave, and 11 paid holidays per year 

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) reimbursement and opportunities for professional training and development 

• Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and other behavioral health professionals 

• A supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and recovery-oriented care 

If you are a skilled and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregonians, we invite you to apply today. 

What We Are Looking For  

Minimum Qualifications: . 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

Possession of a current Oregon Nurse Practitioner license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing; AND 

A current Prescriptive Authority Certification within the Oregon APRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice. 

NOTE: Some positions may allow for Certifications/Licenses at time of appointment rather than at time of application. 

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.   

Clinical Expertise – Demonstrates advanced knowledge in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, with skill in prescribing and managing psychotropic medications. 

Collaborative Care – Works effectively within interdisciplinary treatment teams, valuing input from multiple disciplines to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans. 

Compassion & Recovery Focus – Provides trauma-informed, person-centered care that emphasizes dignity, hope, and successful reintegration into the community. 

Adaptability & Critical Thinking – Responds effectively to complex clinical situations, adjusts treatment approaches as needed, and demonstrates sound judgment in high-stakes environments. 

Commitment to Professional Growth – Actively pursues ongoing learning, stays current with best practices in psychiatry, and contributes to the development of colleagues and the field. 

Application Guidance  

• 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/CV  

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.  

• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.  

After You Apply:  

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.  

• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.  

• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.   

Reminders:  

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!  

• This announcement is for one vacancy, fulltime, permanent, Classification: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Salem, Oregon.   

• This is an in-office position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.   

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Barry Lein:  at barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov,  voice/text 503-440-6484.   

Benefits of Joining Our Team  

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:  

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.  

• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.  

• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.  

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).  

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.  

Additional Details  

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.   

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.  

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.  

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