Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

Company: Oregon State Hospital - Salem
Location: Salem
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Initial Posting Date:


07/05/2022 Application Deadline:


07/31/2022 Agency:


Oregon Health Authority Salary Range:


3,745.00 - 5,711.00 Position Type:


Employee Position Title:


Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus Job Description:


The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the , -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!
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. This involves providing nursing care and treatment to patients who are elderly, mentally/emotionally impaired, behaviorally impaired and physically compromised. In addition, -you'll assist in providing a safe, secure environment and contribute to the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu.


What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; -promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus . -If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the is the place for you. This posting will be used to fill permanent or limited duration positions (approximately 17 month duration) located in -Salem, OR (2600 Center St NE). These positions are -represented by Service Employees -International Union (SEIU).


OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA's health equity definition is "Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices." OHA's 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click , to learn more about OHA's mission, vision and core values. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A Licensed Practical Nurse license must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time from the application date
  
  
  
• Experience with adults/elderly patients in psychiatric setting preferred
  
  
  
• Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve
  
  
  How to apply:
  
  
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    Please ensure you've provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the homepage. Questions/Need Help?
    
    
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    • Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply
      
      
      
    • If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. for more information about veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process
      
      
      
    • We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time - unless specifically noted. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States
      
      
      
    • 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
      
      
      
    • Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed
      
      
      
    • Employees at the Oregon State Hospital may be exposed to the handling, administration, waste and spill cleanup of hazardous medications, which may result in health impacts to the employee
      
      
      
    • Applicants can -review the -Oregon State Hospital's anti-retaliation notice at
      
      
      
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    • Oregon State Hospital requires all employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed
      
      
      The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process). The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.

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