Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Oregon
Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where large health systems and community behavioral health networks maintain steady hiring pipelines for inpatient, outpatient, and crisis stabilization roles at every career level. Oregon Health and Science University, PeaceHealth, and Legacy Health are among the most established employers in the state, regularly recruiting psychiatric nurses across adult acute care, child and adolescent psychiatry, and addiction and dual-diagnosis programs. Demand across the Portland metro and the Willamette Valley has kept this one of the more active behavioral health markets in the Pacific Northwest. 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 psychiatric nurse jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon registered nurse license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or higher from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification preferred by most employers
- One or more years of experience in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health setting
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in Oregon behavioral health facilities
Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse in Oregon?
To become a psychiatric nurse in Oregon, you must hold an active registered nurse license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Most Oregon employers hiring for psychiatric units prefer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After gaining experience in behavioral health settings, many nurses pursue the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification credential to qualify for senior or specialized roles.
How much do psychiatric nurses make in Oregon?
Psychiatric 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 psychiatric nurses in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring psychiatric nurses in Oregon include LifeStance Health, Central City Concern, and ZoomCare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's behavioral health workforce is also anchored by large academic medical centers and regional community mental health programs that maintain consistent openings across inpatient, outpatient, and crisis care settings.
Which Oregon cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?
Portland, Oregon, and Salem have the most psychiatric nurse openings in Oregon. Portland dominates the market as the state's largest metro, home to OHSU, Legacy Health, and PeaceHealth's regional operations, while Salem and Eugene serve as secondary hubs anchored by county behavioral health systems, community mental health centers, and regional hospital campuses that draw consistent hiring demand outside the Portland area.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. About 58% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most psychiatric nursing work. The roles most likely to be conducted remotely or in a hybrid format are telepsychiatry support, care coordination, and utilization review positions rather than direct inpatient or crisis stabilization roles.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate nurse residency programs at Oregon's larger health systems, including OHSU and Legacy Health, which run structured residency tracks that may include behavioral health rotations. Candidates who lack direct psychiatric experience often transition from med-surg, emergency, or substance use disorder units, where the clinical overlap is strongest. Holding an active Oregon RN license and completing a psychiatric nursing clinical rotation during your nursing program gives your application a clear advantage with Oregon hospital hiring teams.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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