Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction Campus

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus

Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus

Join to apply for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus role at State of Oregon. This range is provided by State of Oregon. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

• Initial Posting Date: 01/09/2026
• Final date to receive applications: 01/31/2026
• Agency:
  Oregon Health Authority
• Salary Range: 5,541 – 6,330
• Position Type:
  Employee
• Position Title:
  
  Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Junction City Campus

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Licensed Practical Nurse

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!

• 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, and 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.

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 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.
• Note:
  
  Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.

Application Guidance

How to Apply:

Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates:
  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates:
  Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for permanent, full‑time, Licensed Practical Nurse positions located in Junction City, Oregon (29398 Recovery Wy). These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This position is 100% onsite. Please check SECTION
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