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Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus
Oregon Health Authority
Junction City (OR)
On-site
USD 50,000 - 70,000
Full time
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Job summary
The Oregon Health Authority is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses for the Oregon State Hospital in Junction City. You'll play a crucial role in providing medical and psychiatric care, ensuring patient safety, and contributing to a supportive environment. If you are looking for a meaningful opportunity in healthcare, we encourage you to apply and join a team dedicated to helping individuals recover from illness.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Possess a valid Oregon Practical Nurse License at the time of appointment.
- Experience working in mental health is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple job responsibilities at one time.
Responsibilities
- Assist in determining and providing medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients.
- Administer medications as ordered by the provider.
- Respond to emergent psychiatric situations.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Position Title
Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus
Initial Posting Date
05/01/2025
Application Deadline
05/31/2025
Agency
Oregon Health Authority
Salary Range
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title
Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus
Job Description
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Licensed Practical Nurse
The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the Oregon Health Authority, has a fantastic opportunity for Licensed Practical Nurses to join an excellent team working to help people recover from their illness and return to their lives in the community.
What you will do!
You'll assist in determining and providing the medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients at Oregon State Hospital, under the supervision of the RN. You will administer medications as ordered by the provider, complete focused assessments, and respond to emergent psychiatric situations that could potentially be dangerous. Additionally, you will assist in providing a safe, secure environment and contribute to the maintenance of the therapeutic milieu.
For a full review of the position description, please click here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
Minimum Qualifications
What We Are Looking For
- Possess a valid Oregon Practical Nurse License at the time of appointment. The license must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time 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 at one time
- If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
- Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and answer all supplemental questions.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 permanent, full-time, Licensed Practical Nurse positions located in Junction City, Oregon (29398 Recovery Wy). These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- This position is 100% onsite. 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 Jenny Templin at 971-372-8147 or Jenny.Templin@oha.oregon.gov.
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.
- 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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The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesGovernment Administration
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