Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Oregon are concentrated in community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and outpatient behavioral health clinics, with demand at every level from new graduates to seasoned clinicians. The largest hiring hubs are Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where established systems like Oregon Health & Science University, PeaceHealth, and Legacy Health sustain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include child and adolescent psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-informed care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Trillium Family Services is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric assessment, treatment, and clinical leadership for youth in our care. This role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary treatment teams to support children and adolescents experiencing mental health challenges.
Position Details
- Full Time - 40 hours/week
- Combination of day treatment and outpatient clients in Portland Metro area
- In-person office hours required with some telehealth opportunities
- Flexible schedule, Monday–Friday
- Compensation: $135,000 - $156,000/year
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and establish DSM-5 diagnoses for youth entering assigned programs
- Collaborate with the Access Department to determine appropriateness of referrals
- Participate in treatment planning and provide clinical leadership for assigned cases
- Review, update, and approve Master Treatment Plans and discharge recommendations
- Provide timely and accurate documentation for all psychiatric appointments
- Monitor overall client care and participate in Clinical Review Board discussions
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications as clinically indicated
- Ensure clinical documentation meets agency, regulatory, and accreditation standards
- Coordinate consultation with medical specialists and allied health professionals as needed
Qualifications
- Completion of a PMHNP training program
- Licensed by the Oregon Board
- DEA certification to prescribe Schedule II medications, including stimulants and benzodiazepines
- Significant experience working with child and adolescent psychiatric patients
- Strong knowledge of child psychiatric assessment and treatment practices
- Familiarity with ethical and professional standards, governmental guidelines, and community standards of psychiatric care
- Basic computer and typing skills, including electronic medical record documentation
Why Join Trillium? We are committed to developing our staff and providing extensive education, training, and mentorship opportunities to help each reach their fullest potential. You’ll take advantage of:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
- Comprehensive employer-paid healthcare benefits for eligible employees
- 401k with 6% match
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- And more!
Learn more about our programs and mission at Trillium Family Services
For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion, and environment, please contact the HR department. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.
Consideration of candidates will be on-going, and position may close after three days of original postings.
If you need accommodation to review the information and/or complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Trillium Family Services is a drug-free workplace. All final applicants will be subject to a criminal record identification check pursuant to ORS 181.536.727.537 and agency policy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider and support culturally linguistically diverse governance, leadership, and workforce.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Trillium Family Services is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric assessment, treatment, and clinical leadership for youth in our care. This role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary treatment teams to support children and adolescents experiencing mental health challenges.
Position Details
- Full Time - 40 hours/week
- Combination of day treatment and outpatient clients in Portland Metro area
- In-person office hours required with some telehealth opportunities
- Flexible schedule, Monday–Friday
- Compensation: $135,000 - $156,000/year
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and establish DSM-5 diagnoses for youth entering assigned programs
- Collaborate with the Access Department to determine appropriateness of referrals
- Participate in treatment planning and provide clinical leadership for assigned cases
- Review, update, and approve Master Treatment Plans and discharge recommendations
- Provide timely and accurate documentation for all psychiatric appointments
- Monitor overall client care and participate in Clinical Review Board discussions
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications as clinically indicated
- Ensure clinical documentation meets agency, regulatory, and accreditation standards
- Coordinate consultation with medical specialists and allied health professionals as needed
Qualifications
- Completion of a PMHNP training program
- Licensed by the Oregon Board
- DEA certification to prescribe Schedule II medications, including stimulants and benzodiazepines
- Significant experience working with child and adolescent psychiatric patients
- Strong knowledge of child psychiatric assessment and treatment practices
- Familiarity with ethical and professional standards, governmental guidelines, and community standards of psychiatric care
- Basic computer and typing skills, including electronic medical record documentation
Why Join Trillium? We are committed to developing our staff and providing extensive education, training, and mentorship opportunities to help each reach their fullest potential. You’ll take advantage of:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
- Comprehensive employer-paid healthcare benefits for eligible employees
- 401k with 6% match
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- And more!
Learn more about our programs and mission at Trillium Family Services
For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion, and environment, please contact the HR department. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.
Consideration of candidates will be on-going, and position may close after three days of original postings.
If you need accommodation to review the information and/or complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Trillium Family Services is a drug-free workplace. All final applicants will be subject to a criminal record identification check pursuant to ORS 181.536.727.537 and agency policy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider and support culturally linguistically diverse governance, leadership, and workforce.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon PMHNP license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
- Current national board certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one for prescriptive authority
- Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy
- Familiarity with Epic or other electronic health record systems used in Oregon health systems
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in Oregon?
You earn a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner concentration, then pass the ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification exam. After that, you apply to the Oregon State Board of Nursing for your advanced practice registered nurse license, which is required to practice and prescribe in Oregon. A separate DEA registration is needed for controlled substances.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Oregon?
Mental health nurse practitioners in Oregon earn a median of about $155,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $124,660 for the lowest 10% to over $194,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Oregon?
Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Oregon right now include Lane County, OR, LifeStance Health, and Central City Concern, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's integrated health systems and federally qualified health centers are among the most consistent sources of ongoing openings, particularly in the Portland metro and the Willamette Valley.
Which Oregon cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
Portland, Lane County, and Coos Bay have the most mental health nurse practitioner openings in Oregon. Portland dominates because of its concentration of large health systems, academic medical centers, and community behavioral health organizations, while Salem and Eugene generate steady demand through regional hospital networks, county mental health programs, and university-affiliated clinics serving their surrounding populations.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're limited compared to desk-based roles, since most mental health nurse practitioner work involves direct patient evaluation and prescribing. About 44% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be telepsychiatry roles handling follow-up medication management or therapy sessions for established patients.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate PMHNP residency or fellowship programs run by Oregon Health & Science University and PeaceHealth, which are designed for clinicians who have completed their degree but have limited post-licensure hours. Lateral moves from roles as a registered nurse in inpatient behavioral health or a psychiatric technician also open doors, since that direct experience in Oregon's acute care settings is valued. Completing your Oregon APRN license and DEA registration before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates who are still pending credentials.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever ones match.
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