Description

Geriatric PMHNP / OHSU Clinical Associate

US-OR-Hillsboro

Requisition ID: 2025-35447
Position Category: Faculty/Provider
Job Type: Unclassified Administrative
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Posting Department: Department of Psychiatry
Posting Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
Posting FTE: 1.00
HR Mission: School of Medicine
Drug Testable: Yes

Department Overview

Are you passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to older adults? We invite you to join a supportive and collaborative team at Hillsboro Medical Center, an acute psychiatric facility dedicated to serving patients aged 50 and older. As a Geriatric Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you'll play a key role in providing direct clinical care in a positive, team-oriented inpatient setting.

 

This is more than just a clinical position — it's a chance to be part of a mission-driven program that values teamwork, respect, education, and innovation. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to improving mental health outcomes for a vulnerable and rewarding population.

 

As a member of the OHSU faculty, you will also have opportunities to:

• Teaching and mentoring
• Participate in regular Grand Rounds
• Engage with a vibrant academic community focused on collaboration, research, and lifelong learning

The Department of Psychiatry supports a fully accredited training program that promotes excellence in patient care, education, and clinical leadership.

 

We're looking for: An experienced, licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the State of Oregon who enjoys working with older adults. Training and strong experience in Geriatric Psychiatry is preferred. Experience in acute care Geriatric Psychiatry would be highly beneficial. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful, team-oriented clinician with a strong commitment to trauma-informed care and continuous improvement.

Function/Duties of Position

Clinical

• Provide direct clinical care at the Hillsboro Medical Center

Teamwork
You thrive in a collaborative environment and:

• Communicate openly and respectfully
• Adapt to changes with flexibility and professionalism
• Support colleagues and contribute to shared goals

Respect & Caring
You embody trauma-informed principles and:

• Treat everyone with empathy and dignity
• Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
• Embrace diversity and promote an inclusive workplace

Effective Use of Resources
You prioritize safety and stewardship by:

• Maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Using time, supplies, and equipment wisely
• Identifying and addressing hazards promptly

Initiative
You are proactive and growth-minded:

• Take ownership of projects and challenges
• Contribute ideas for improvement
• Engage in professional development for yourself and others

Administrative

• Administrative and other duties may be assigned based on department needs and areas of expertise and interest.

 

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• PMHNP
• Licensed in Oregon
• Communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other clinicians in the work unit

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and strong experience in Geriatric Psychiatry is preferred.
• Experience in acute care Geriatric Psychiatry would be highly beneficial.

Additional Details

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