Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Oregon Health Authority; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, vision, dental for

Life insurance option

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

PERS/OPSRP retirement

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Oregon Health Authority is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus to provide nursing care and treatment under RN supervision. You will care for elderly patients and those with behavioral health needs, contributing to a safe, therapeutic milieu.

This 100% on-site, full-time role includes rigorous safety requirements, pre-employment checks, and potential shift variations.

Qualifications

• These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in nursing care and treatment for patients under RN supervision.
• Provide care to elderly and behavioral health patients.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu for residents.

Skills

Mental health experience

Conflict management

Leadership

Milieu management

Multitasking

Education

LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Position Title

Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Initial Posting Date

10/26/2026

Application Deadline

11/08/2026

Agency

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range

5,709 - 6,849

Position Type

Employee

Job Description

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. This involves providing nursing care and treatment to patients who are elderly, people with behavioral illness or histories and physically compromised. In addition, this position assists in providing a safe, secure environment and contributes to the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu.

Working Conditions

This position provides care for patients who may present a danger to themselves or others. Work may involve exposure to infectious disease, noise, bodily fluids, hazardous medications, behavioral interventions, and manual or mechanical restraints. Employees must be able to frequently move up to 20 pounds, occasionally move up to 60 pounds vertically, and perform 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 also be required.

Minimum Qualifications

These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

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 at one time

Additional Requirements Of The LPN Position

• 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.

About The Team & Benefits Of Joining

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.

Benefits

• Excellent, low‑cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like 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/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

• This announcement is for permanent, full‑time, Licensed Practical Nurse positions located in Salem, Oregon (2600 Center St. NE). These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU). The Oregon State Hospital is a 24/7 facility, that is open on holidays.
• This position is 100% on site.
• The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I‑9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E‑Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

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Employer Equal Opportunity Statement

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees.

We do not discriminate based on protected class.

including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation.

and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation.

Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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