Nurse Manager/Director of Nursing Services for Pathways/Bridges - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Initial Posting Date:

10/06/2025

Application Deadline:

10/16/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

8,920.00 - 13,148.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Nurse Manager/Director of Nursing Services for Pathways/Bridges - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  -Nurse Manager/Director of Nursing Services for Pathways/Bridges   - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Nursing Services is part of the professional interdisciplinary team that plans and provides patient care. The Director of Nursing Services (DNS) actively participates in directing, managing, monitoring and evaluating the delivery of 24/7 nursing services within assigned program at OSH

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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.

The Oregon State Hospital provides patient-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults from throughout the state who need hospital-level care. Our primary goal is to help people recover from their illness and return to the community. Our services include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as community outreach and peer support. Watch “Welcome to the Oregon State Hospital” video here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

At the time of application, possess a valid Oregon Registered Professional Nurse's license AND three years of nursing experience including some supervisory and/or teaching experience which demonstrates knowledge of:

• Nursing techniques and therapeutic intervention used in care and treatment of patients with mental illness 

• Supervisory techniques and work management of subordinate personnel

• Administrative and educational principles and practices involved in nursing administration

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.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively and serve as a positive role model

• Demonstrated ability in solving complex problems and communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats

• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare regulations with the ability to apply them accurately in practice

• Proven track record of building effective working relationships with diverse individuals and teams

• Experience implementing initiatives to advance health equity, reduce systemic health disparities and collaborate effectively with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.

Special Require