Columbia Memorial Hospital
Community hospital in Astoria, OR
- Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 on 1 role
From 3 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jun 30, 2026Sources
The short version
Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a rural community hospital located in Astoria, Oregon, serving the North Coast and Lower Columbia region since 1880. With a team of more than 900 caregivers, CMH is described as the fastest growing rural hospital in the state of Oregon.
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Who it fits
Not a fit
- New grads: 2 of 3 roles ask for nursing experienceNew grad jobs near Astoria
Nursing here
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The hard parts
Rural location in Astoria, OR may limit access to urban amenities and certain specialty resources
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Growing hospital undergoing expansion may present transition and workflow challenges
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Limited publicly available employee review data specific to the Oregon facility
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Sign-on bonus requires signing offer letter by June 30, 2026, and beginning work within three weeks of acceptance
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Common questions
Does Columbia Memorial Hospital hire new grads?
2 of 3 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes, on 1 of 3 roles, up to $15,000.
Which units are hiring?
ER (1) and orthopedics (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Columbia Memorial Hospital, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Columbia Memorial Hospital
Sources
- columbiamemorial.org
Employer website
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