Clinical Nurse - Psychiatric Patient Services

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301

Department: Psychiatric Patient Services

Position Type: Part time, 24 hours/week, Non-Exempt

Schedule: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm, 12 hour shifts, variable scheduled days

Your role with us

As a clinical nurse in psychiatric patient services, you'll play a vital role in delivering comprehensive, age-appropriate assessments, developing personalized care plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions that support both patients and their families. You'll be empowered to act decisively in crisis situations, coordinate safe and effective transitions of care, and document with accuracy to reflect patient progress and education. Strong communication, leadership, and a commitment to safety and continuous learning are key to your success in this dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in mental health care, apply today to join our compassionate and skilled team.

What you'll do

• Conducts continuous, age-appropriate assessments of each patient, considering medical, social, cultural, and educational history to inform care decisions.
• Delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care based on individualized treatment plans, while prioritizing safety and responding effectively to emergencies.
• Develops and adjusts holistic care plans with input from patients, families, and the healthcare team, ensuring smooth transitions and appropriate discharge planning.
• Accurately documents all aspects of care, including assessments, interventions, patient responses, and education to support quality and continuity.
• Shares complete, timely, and clear information with team members and actively listens to ensure mutual understanding.
• Supports unit operations through participation in shared decision-making, mentorship, and charge nurse responsibilities, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Maintains a safe environment by following infection control and safety protocols, managing supplies efficiently, and demonstrating flexibility to meet unit needs.

Required qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Non nursing Bachelors Degree with Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) - ADN graduates required to sign agreement to complete BSN or MSN within three years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current unencumbered licensure to practice nursing as a registered nurse in the state of Oregon or able to obtain prior to start date.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.