Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting in determining and providing medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients at Oregon State Hospital, under the supervision of the RN. Responsibilities include administering medications as ordered by the provider, completing focused assessments, and responding to emergent psychiatric situations that could potentially be dangerous. The role also contributes to maintaining a safe and secure environment and the therapeutic milieu.

Requirements

• 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.
• Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test if offered employment.
• Complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.
• Pass an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Assist in determining and providing medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients.
• Administer medications as ordered by the provider.
• Complete focused assessments.
• Respond to emergent psychiatric situations.
• Assist in providing a safe and secure environment.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the therapeutic milieu.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree