A location quotient of 0.69 means Nurse Practitioners are less concentrated in Oregon than the national average, which typically reflects a smaller employment base rather than lower demand per capita.

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The Nurse Practitioner market in Oregon

Practice environment, shortage designations, and loan-repayment value — the context behind the openings above.

Practice authority

Full practice

NPs practice and prescribe independently under board of nursing authority.

Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

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Open positions

48 NP jobs

39 at FQHCs with loan-repayment eligibility

Most recent posting 5 days ago

Loan repayment value

Up to $75,000

NHSC Loan Repayment Program — full-time, 2-year initial commitment, at 519 approved sites in Oregon.

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Shortage designation

HPSA 21 primary-care score

Historically most funded. Sites with HPSA scores of 14+ have historically had the best success receiving NHSC awards.

Loan-repayment programs in Oregon

State programs pay up to $50,000 on top of NHSC

Oregon Health Care Provider Loan Repayment ProgramUp to $50,000
Up to $50,000 per year, capped at 70 percent of the loan balance, across a minimum three-year full-time commitment.
Tax-free · Service counts toward PSLF · Annual cycle through the Oregon Office of Rural Health. · Verified 2026-07-27

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

NP Specialties in Oregon

FQHC Opportunities

39 FQHC positions in Oregon offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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NP Practice in Oregon

Learn about scope of practice, prescriptive authority, and licensing requirements.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon

Oregon offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 48 current openings, Oregon is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in Oregon offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Oregon — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in Oregon?

Oregon is a full-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice and prescribe independently under board of nursing authority. Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in Oregon qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in Oregon can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 519 NHSC-approved sites on record in Oregon.

Does Oregon have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. Oregon runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: Oregon Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000). State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in Oregon?

We currently list 48 nurse practitioner positions in Oregon at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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