Institution Registered Nurse; Pendleton

Position Title

Institution Registered Nurse (Pendleton)

$8,443 - $11,932

Department of Corrections

Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution – Pendleton, Oregon

We’re hiring dedicated professionals to provide on‑site care within our secure correctional medical unit. The role involves treating sickness, running lines, vaccinations, diabetic care, daily ailments, post‑op care, and end‑of‑life care while working closely with physicians. The position offers flexible scheduling, a manageable patient load, and professional autonomy.

• Direct Patient Care:
  Provide nursing care including assessment, diagnosis, care planning, medication administration, laboratory and medical procedures, and treatment provision following ODOC policies and evidence‑based care standards.
• Coordination of Care:
  Schedule on‑site and community‑based services to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Communication:
  Provide patient education, serve as a resource to non‑medical staff, and advocate for timely patient needs.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records of all patient care activities and requests.
• Administration:
  Coordinate nursing activities across departments, assume management responsibilities when necessary, manage supplies and narcotic controls.
• Lead Health Care Unit:
  In absence of management staff, assume full unit operations.

• 5% for bilingual
• 4.75% for BSN
• 9.5% for MSN
• 5% for Lead Worker
• Swing shift – $3.92/hour
• Night shift – $5/hour
• Weekend shift – $5/hour

DOC employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life coverage through the Public Employees' Benefit Board (PEBB) and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Paid vacation and sick leave accrue monthly. The State of Oregon offers additional benefits such as family health insurance, 11 paid holidays, 21 days paid military leave, disability options, term life insurance, retirement program, Oregon Saving Growth Plan, and flexible spending accounts.

• Valid Oregon Registered Professional Nurse’s License at the time of appointment.
• Unencumbered license preferred.
• Required training or experience in specialized nursing area may be requested by the agency.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Social justice orientation.
• Team‑oriented with a positive mindset.
• Health equity focus.
• Ability to perform in high‑stress environments.
• Harm reduction advocacy.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). It may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through PERS.

• Independent work with minimal supervision.
• Requires availability any day of the week and all shifts.
• Regular contact with adults in custody who may become violent.
• Occasional double shifts and long periods of standing or walking.
• Exposure to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, and other hazards.
• Occasional local in‑state travel for training or meetings.

Recruiter:
Jessica Roberts, jessica.a.robertsgon.gov

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