Mental Health Registered Nurse; Code Blue Nurse; Oregon State Hospital

Position Title

Mental Health Registered Nurse (Code Blue Nurse) - Oregon State Hospital

08/25/2026

09/06/2026

Oregon Health Authority

$8,443 - $11,149

Employee

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.

The Code Blue Nurse Educator develops, coordinates, and implements a variety of medical and behavioral emergency training and drill opportunities for the needs of the Oregon State Hospital. This position coordinates with the other clinical and non-clinical departments to assess their needs and develop the training that is most appropriate for the staff working in those departments under the direction of the Director of The Department.

The training developed and delivered will be tailored to the staff population via on-going needs assessment and in collaboration with the various department heads. Education will be provided upon hire and will also be delivered on a cadenced basis for maintenance and continuous improvement to improve outcomes in a medical or behavioral emergency. This position will maintain all emergency medical equipment within the medical emergency carts throughout the hospital and supports all training endeavors of the department, including Code Blue, Safe together, and other initiatives as needed.

• Code Blue Nurses are expected to function as experts with regard to responding to medical emergencies.
• Code Blue Nurses are responsible for reviewing Code Blue event responses and identifying opportunities for improvement and training.

Shift: 6:30am - 5:00pm working Wednesday
- Saturday

Days off:
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday

Note:

60-90 days of Orientation, during orientation, work hours will be Monday
- Friday, working 6:30am
-3:00pm

• Must possess and maintain a valid and unencumbered Oregon Professional Registered Nurse license during the entire length of their employment.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record in order to operate a state vehicle. Code Blue nurses travel between the Salem and Junction City campuses.

• Experience developing curriculum and instructional materials including establishing course objectives, researching and incorporating current evidence-based literature, selecting appropriate content and visual aids and preparing course materials.
• Experience presenting in a classroom setting including conducting classes, leading discussions and lectures, presenting demonstrations with the ability to modify lesson plans and teaching techniques as needed.
• Experience in leading emergency medical drills and evaluating student responses
• Experience with the maintenance of emergency medical equipment and supplies in a large hospital setting

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

• 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.

• This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time position located in Salem, OR, and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
• This position is 100% on site. “Review Section 4:
  Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9…