Licensed Practical Nurse - Job Share - Oregon State Hospital Salem

Initial Posting Date:

12/18/2025

Application Deadline:

12/25/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

5,541 - 6,330

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse - Job Share - Oregon State Hospital Salem

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - Licensed Practical Nurse (Job Share)

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. 
 

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This is a job share on Tree 3, working day shift on Wednesday-Thursday.

Working Days: Wednesday-Thursday 6:30am-5:00pm

• This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

• Employees sharing the 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) split the benefits, with contributions that are equal.

• If one Job Share partner is removed, resigns or is otherwise separated from state service, pending this action, the Appointing Authority has the right to determine if job sharing is still appropriate for the position

• If you are an internal candidate (OHA) coming from a limited duration position, you would return to a limited duration position in the event the job shares ends.

 

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.

 

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.

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