Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Pendleton)

Initial Posting Date:
10/01/2026
Application Deadline:
11/01/2026
Agency:
Department of Corrections
Salary Range:
$4,558 - $5,995
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Pendleton)
Job Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician (Pendleton)
Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution – Pendleton, Oregon
Oregon Department of Corrections
About the Job – Your Role
The Health Services Technician provides clinical, emergency care, and treatment to inmates in a correctional institution performing nursing functions under the supervision and written direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Providing wound care including post-operative dressings and maintaining aseptic conditions
Recognizing signs and symptoms as they relate to the disease process
Conducting nursing procedures including treatments
Administration of medications, identification of adverse side effects, and appropriate notification of RN or physician
Using routine equipment such as stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and oxygen
Providing first aid and CPR
Phlebotomy
Assessing the severity of an emergency using triage format
Developing a treatment plan for a life-threatening emergency and implementing independently
Delegating non-nursing duties to unlicensed staff and providing direction to unlicensed staff
Preparing accurate written documentation, records of nursing care given, and patient progress notes
Monitoring patient's condition including vital signs, intravenous fluids, and medication needs
Develop and execute a teaching program on medical issues for inmates, residents, or nonmedical personnel
Understand and apply statutes and regulations regarding patient rights and confidentiality
Assist with writing Nursing Policy and Procedures
Do an EKG and take appropriate referral action
Respond tactfully with patients who are combative or hostile
Communicate with patients regarding patient's condition and medical procedures
Work effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff
Use proper body mechanics to safely lift and maneuver patients and various medical equipment.
This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience in the care and treatment of physically ill or injured patients, including training and/or experience in pharmacy and medical laboratory techniques and procedures.
Special Qualifications
At the time of appointment, possess an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse certification AND a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Card.
Requested Skills
Hygiene, sanitation, and sterilization procedures;
Microbiology and disease processes;
Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice as defined by personal license;
Nursing practices and procedures;
Medical laboratory procedures;
Fundamentals of pharmacology, anatomy, physiology, and nutrition;
Health related resources in order to research and develop educational programs articles and resource documents.
Required
A valid driver's license.
Application Information
In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Working Conditions
Requires working independently with little or no supervision.
Requires contact with adults in custody, who may become violent, in a prison setting.
Requires mandatory double shifts occasionally.
Requires walking or standing for long periods.
Requires climbing stairs.
May require limited exertion resulting from patient care.
Are exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, or other hazar

Skills
Patient Care, Documentation