Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs in Oregon are concentrated in behavioral health systems, community mental health centers, and integrated primary care settings, with demand running high from entry-level positions through senior and supervisory roles. Portland, Salem, and Eugene account for the largest share of openings, anchored by employers like Oregon Health and Science University, Legacy Health, and Providence Health and Services. Child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction medicine, and outpatient adult mental health are the most in-demand specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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 practitioner jobs across Oregon.
- Active Oregon Nurse Practitioner license issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from ANCC or AANP
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with a psychiatric focus
- Prescriptive authority registration in Oregon, including a current DEA registration
- Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in behavioral health settings
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Oregon?
To become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Oregon, you must complete a graduate nursing program with a psychiatric mental health focus, pass the PMHNP board certification exam through ANCC or AANP, and obtain a Nurse Practitioner license from the Oregon State Board of Nursing. Oregon also requires a separate prescriptive authority registration if you plan to prescribe medications. Once licensed, most employers expect you to apply for a DEA registration before your start date.
How much do psychiatric nurse practitioners make in Oregon?
Psychiatric 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 psychiatric nurse practitioners in Oregon?
Oregon psychiatric nurse practitioner roles are posted by Ascend Telemedicine, LifeStance Health, and Central City Concern and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's large integrated health systems and community mental health organizations tend to post the most consistent volume of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings statewide.
Which Oregon cities have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs?
Portland, Oregon, and Salem have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share of demand through its concentration of major health systems, academic medical centers, and community behavioral health programs, while Salem and Eugene add significant volume through regional hospital networks and publicly funded mental health agencies serving those surrounding areas.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they are less common than in most fields because psychiatric nurse practitioners frequently require in-person evaluation, medication management, and crisis response. About 67% of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth-focused outpatient therapy and medication management being the parts of the role most likely to be offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or residency fellowship at a large Oregon health system. Oregon Health and Science University and Legacy Health offer nurse practitioner residency programs that include psychiatric rotations and are accessible to candidates just out of graduate school. Applying for positions at community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers across Oregon is also effective, as these organizations often hire new PMHNPs. Coming in through a related role such as psychiatric registered nurse or licensed clinical social worker and completing your NP training while employed strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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