Nurse Manager Jobs in Oregon
Nurse manager jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where major health systems like Oregon Health & Science University, PeaceHealth, and Providence Health & Services maintain large inpatient and ambulatory operations. Demand is strongest in acute care, behavioral health, and perioperative services, with openings at both the charge nurse step-up and senior nurse manager level. Oregon's robust Medicaid expansion and aging population have kept hospital hiring active across the Willamette Valley and southern coast. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We offer 25+ health, growth, and wealth work perks to help teammates be the best version of themselves, including:
- Subsidized personal healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental & Vision, plus Wellness programs
- Paid Time Off: Accrual of 3 weeks’ Vacation (PTO)
- Professional development: CEU and tuition reimbursement
The RN Care Manager, VBC is an important part of the interdisciplinary care team. They are responsible for outreach, scheduling face-to-face visits with members in their homes, dialysis clinics, and/or physician offices to support higher-risk members who need barrier assessments, and face-to-face care plan education. In addition, our field nurses develop trusting relationships with the nephrology practices in their markets and work closely with those practices to support increased collaboration to improve patient outcomes.
This is a physician practice partnership role that involves meeting with members in clinical, home, and facility settings, within their designated locations.
Partner closely with physicians and practice staff to establish a collaborative working relationship focused on improving patient outcomes. Serve as Somatus’ primary representative within the practice and build trusted relationships over time.- Support the care team in planning, coordinating, and facilitating regular interdisciplinary care team meetings with partnered practices to improve outcomes for complex, high-priority patients.
- Establish and maintain positive, supportive relationships with patients and provider offices through in-person and telephonic engagement.
- Develop strong partnerships with provider practice teams to support both clinical and operational goals and improve the overall quality of patient care.
- Collaborate with provider practices to develop and optimize workflows that align with operational objectives and care team processes.
- Educate provider practices on the Somatus program and reinforce collaborative, integrated workflows.
- Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close communication with members via in-person, telehealth or on-phone interaction, including comprehensive assessments, transitional care assessments and reassessments.
- Travel to member homes, facilities, and physician offices to conduct visits, participate in care planning, and deliver care coordination services.
- Utilize nursing assessment skills to identify medical, behavioral, and social determinants of health barriers affecting the treatment plan.
- In collaboration with the patient, nephrologist, PCP, and interdisciplinary care team, develop and implement individualized care plans to address identified needs, remove barriers to care, and improve overall health outcomes.
- Manage patients through transitions of care by supporting effective handoffs and minimizing preventable readmissions.
- Assess the patient’s knowledge of their discharge care requirements and renal condition and provide education and self-management support.
- Provide clinical guidance and oversight to both non-licensed (community health workers, health coaches) and licensed (social workers, renal dietitians) team members, delegating tasks as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- RN license and ability to get licensed in other states as needed
- 2+ years of RN experience, including working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and Physicians.
- Valid BLS certification ONLY from a licensed AHA or American Red Cross training facility or provider.
- Renal, Chronic Kidney Disease or Dialysis Care experience as a main focus of your job
- Reside in a location that can receive a high-speed internet connection or can leverage existing high-speed internet service
- Comfortable traveling to partner hospitals, clinics, and community-based facilities within your assigned region to support care coordination, build relationships, and collaborate with clinical teams. Regular local travel is a key part of this role. Somatus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, in accordance with the ADA, to support all team members in performing the essential functions of their role.
- BSN or higher level of education
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Field-based experience going into homes
- Telephonic case management experience
- Knowledge and experience to empower patients in self-management and shared decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong community engagement and facilitation skills.
- Ability to consult with physicians and other team members to ensure that care plan is successfully implemented.
- Participate actively in assigned Care Management Coordination Committee (CMCC) meetings.
- Core values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care
- Ability to adapt to a changing work environment based on member and client needs (field-based or remote work).
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills that demonstrate respect and cultural awareness during interactions with patients and clients
- Computer proficiency, to include strong data entry, utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), and telecom devices including the ability to type and talk at the same time while navigating multiple applications
- Adheres to departmental policies and procedures.
- Reside in a location that can receive a high-speed internet connection or can leverage existing high-speed internet service.
- Access to private dedicated home workspace free from distractions and to protect patient privacy regarding HIPAA and Privacy regulations.
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned region to conduct home, provider, or facility visits, depending on the assigned market needs, as needed 75% of the time.
- Ability to work assigned schedule to meet patient and client expectations.
- Ability to remain in a seated or standing position for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functions.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Our priority is the health and safety of our members, colleagues, partners, and community. For this position, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, annual Influenza vaccination, along with immunizations for Hepatitis, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and TB for employment.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse manager jobs across Oregon.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, Master of Science in Nursing preferred by most Oregon systems
- Minimum two to five years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant acute care setting
- Demonstrated experience supervising, scheduling, or mentoring a team of bedside nurses
- Proficiency with electronic health records, preferably Epic, which dominates Oregon hospital systems
- Current BLS certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification for acute care units
Nurse Manager Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse manager in Oregon?
Nurse managers in Oregon must hold an active registered nurse license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN. Most Oregon health systems expect a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at minimum and increasingly prefer a Master of Science in Nursing or MBA in Healthcare for management roles. Candidates typically build several years of bedside experience before moving into charge nurse or assistant nurse manager positions, which serve as the direct pipeline to nurse manager appointments.
Which companies hire nurse managers in Oregon?
Oregon nurse manager roles are posted by HIV Alliance, Kaiser Permanente, and St. Charles Health System and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's largest integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and regional community hospitals, account for the majority of postings.
Which Oregon cities have the most nurse manager jobs?
Portland, Salem, and Hermiston have the most nurse manager openings in Oregon. Portland leads because it anchors Oregon's largest academic and tertiary hospital campuses, while Salem and Eugene host regional medical centers that serve surrounding rural communities, generating consistent management-level vacancies as those facilities expand services.
Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. About 18% of nurse manager openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most nurse manager duties require daily presence on the unit. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote days are administrative tasks such as staffing analysis, policy review, and performance documentation rather than direct staff oversight.
How can I get hired as a nurse manager in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is securing a charge nurse or assistant nurse manager role first, as Oregon health systems like OHSU and PeaceHealth regularly post those positions as stepping stones. New graduate leadership development programs at Providence and Legacy Health place BSN nurses on accelerated management tracks. Earning a Nurse Executive certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and completing a formal preceptorship in a supervisory role strengthens an application considerably for candidates without prior management titles.
Where can I find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate lists current nurse manager openings across Oregon, including positions in Portland, Salem, Eugene, and surrounding communities. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the employers posting them. No account or profile is needed to search and apply.
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