Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Oregon
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where large regional systems like OHSU Health, Providence Health and Services, and Legacy Health maintain busy emergency departments across urban and suburban campuses. Demand is strongest for nurses with trauma, pediatric emergency, and critical care experience, and openings exist at every career stage from new graduate to charge nurse and clinical lead. Oregon's combination of a growing population and a well-funded nonprofit hospital sector keeps emergency nursing among the state's most consistently active healthcare hiring markets. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This position is expected to develop, enhance, implement, and provide direction for their clinical pharmacy
service and initiatives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, employee supervision, education and
training of staff, residents, interns and students, provide leadership and service line development, involvement in quality assessment and process improvement, and serve as a clinical role model (~60%). In addition, they will staff their service area in order to maintain their clinical expertise (~40%).
Function/Duties of Position:- Responsible to provide all clinical duties as outlined in the clinical pharmacist position description.
- Supervision of Staff: Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules, and supervises assigned staff, develops performance standards, conducts performance appraisals (PE); and recommends salary increases consistent with Hospital policy and procedures.
- Program Design & Development: Development of programs, strategies, facilities and systems for service improvement or expansion in inpatient clinical services. Develop and monitor clinical dashboards and quality metrics related to the departmental goals and their specific clinical pharmacy services. Participate in the development and implementation of the Department of Pharmacy's strategic plan in alignment with the organization's mission, vision, and values. Develop policies and procedures and treatment guidelines encompassing clinical pharmacy services as necessary. Participate in order set development and updates and Epic functionality and Epic functionality as needed for enhanced clinical care.
- Process Improvement: Develops new and improved services within University Hospital through constant evaluation and innovation to enhance clinical pharmacy services. Establish best practices in their clinical service area to improve patient care outcomes. Identify and resolve unsafe conditions, inefficient work processes, or opportunities for value analysis. Assist in managing drug shortages and high-cost medications by providing clinical expertise related to utilization, alternative therapies, and impact on service
- Departmental Interdisciplinary Coordination: Coordinates services in assigned areas with other Pharmacy areas, nursing areas, other Hospital departments, and external agencies to facilitate continuity of care.
- Teaching: Coordinates the education and training of pharmacy students and residents as applicable. Direct the work of students/residents and monitors and evaluates their performance. This position is expected to participate in lecturing, teaching, and research related to their service line.
- Other Duties as Assigned by the Department
Required Qualifications:
- Pharm.D. or BS in Pharmacy with equivalent experience
- 3 years of Pharmacist experience.
- Pharmacist Licensure in the State of Oregon
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):
- Proficiency in an area of clinical pharmacy practice
- Communication, written, and verbal
- Contemporary Practice of Pharmacy
- PGY-2 in specialty area and previous experience in specialty area
- Certification or Fellowship in specialty area, if available
- Publications in peer reviewed journals or presentations at state or national pharmacy conference.
- 2 years of precepting and lecturing experience or ACPE accredited teaching certificate
The pharmacy Supervisor will experience competing demands from pharmacy management, nurses, physicians, pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals, as they attempt to influence clinical decision-making, clinical policies and practices and workflow. The pharmacy Supervisor must deal with intense situations on a daily basis. In addition, within the healthcare setting there can be significant lack of control over the work pace, with frequent interruptions (work is often dictated by external factors) that may lead to mental fatigue or stress.
Benefits:
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Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
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Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
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Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
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Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
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8 paid holidays per year
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Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
- Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon RN license issued or recognized by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required before starting clinical shifts
- Minimum one to two years of emergency department or acute care nursing experience
- Demonstrated competency with triage protocols and high-acuity patient assessment
- Experience with electronic health record systems, commonly Epic in Oregon facilities
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holiday coverage
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a emergency department registered nurse in Oregon?
You start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Oregon State Board of Nursing, which issues your Oregon RN license. From there, most emergency department positions require current BLS and ACLS certification. New graduates often enter through hospital residency programs before moving into a dedicated ED role.
How much do emergency department registered nurses make in Oregon?
Emergency department registered nurses in Oregon earn a median of about $129,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,280 for the lowest 10% to over $155,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire emergency department registered nurses in Oregon?
Employers hiring emergency department registered nurses in Oregon right now include Kaiser Permanente, Saint Alphonsus Health System, and Oregon Health & Science University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oregon's nonprofit health systems, including those with Level I and Level II trauma centers, tend to post the most consistent emergency nursing openings across the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most emergency department registered nurse jobs?
Portland, Baker City, and Coquille have the most emergency department registered nurse openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share of listings due to the concentration of major health systems and Level I trauma centers in the metro, while Salem and Eugene support steady demand through their regional hospital campuses that serve as primary emergency care hubs for surrounding communities.
Are there remote emergency department registered nurse jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Emergency department nursing is an inherently hands-on, bedside role that cannot be performed remotely in most cases. About 0% of emergency department registered nurse openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve triage telephone advice lines or care coordination rather than direct emergency patient care.
How can I get hired as a emergency department registered nurse in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a new graduate nurse residency program at one of Oregon's larger health systems, such as those run by OHSU Health, Providence Health and Services, or Legacy Health, which structure rotations that can include emergency department exposure. Coming from a related role such as a medical-surgical or intensive care unit nurse strengthens an application considerably. Holding your Oregon RN license, current ACLS certification, and any trauma nursing coursework gives you a measurable edge when competing for limited new-grad ED spots.
Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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