Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus

State of Oregon • Junction City, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Licensed Practical Nurse (Junction City Campus) 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 .

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.
• 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.
• 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.

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 the medical/psychiatric nursing care and treatment for patients at Oregon State Hospital, under the supervision of the RN
• administer medications as ordered by the provider
• complete focused assessments
• respond to emergent psychiatric situations that could potentially be dangerous
• assist in providing a safe, secure environment and 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed