Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP; Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Position Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – PMHNP (Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner)

Initial Posting Date: 07/08/2026

Final date to receive applications: 08/31/2026

Agency: Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range: $11,149 – $14,724

Position Type: Employee

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides psychiatric and medical services to assigned patients, including diagnosis, mental status evaluation, pharmacologic management, risk assessment, and use of physical examination, laboratory, imaging, and other discipline assessments as necessary. The PMHNP leads the interdisciplinary treatment team, coordinating interdisciplinary clinical formulation and biopsychosocial treatment plan goals, interventions, delivery, and outcome assessment.

• Possession of a current Oregon Nurse Practitioner license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• A current Prescriptive Authority Certification within the Oregon APRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice.

NOTE:

Some positions may allow for certifications/licenses at time of appointment rather than at time of application.

• Advanced knowledge and experience in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, with skill in prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.
• Experience working effectively within interdisciplinary treatment teams, valuing input from multiple disciplines to develop and implement patient‑centered treatment plans.
• Experience providing trauma‑informed, person‑centered care that emphasizes dignity, hope, and successful reintegration into the community.
• Experience responding effectively to complex clinical situations, adjusting treatment approaches as needed, and demonstrating sound judgment in high‑stakes environments.
• Ability to actively pursue ongoing learning, staying current with best practices in psychiatry, and contributing to the development of colleagues and the field.

• Resume – Attach a current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter (Optional) – A cover letter is not required, but if included it will be reviewed and considered during the review and selection process.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check – Confirm that all required materials are included, and that your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

• External Candidates:
  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates:
  Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the Final date to receive applications.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.
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• Excellent, low‑cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits such as 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…