State of Minnesota Jobs

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Human Services Dept

This position was previously announced on 04/04/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/26/2024

• Closing Date : 05/02/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Brainerd AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / MSHS Brainerd RN

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift / Varies

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.95 - $33.20 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

• Work Area : MSHS Brainerd

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $10,000

**This posting may be used to fill multiple part-time rotating or night shift positions.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position exists to provide short-term safe, quality, and supportive residential service s to clients of the Minnesota Specialty Health System (MSHS) in Brainerd. As an Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) facility, MSHS Brainerd focuses on rehabilitative education, building interpersonal skills, and developing community engagement skills to increase each client’s independence and self-management of their illness, behavior, and emotion. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a great team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform tasks to improve functional skills of the client by providing short-term safe, quality, and supportive residential services.

• Administer medication under the supervision of the program’s nurse consultant.

• Actively participate and assist clients in providing strategies and treatment recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must:

• Meet the qualifications of the section 245I.04, subdivision 14, Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/245I.04#stat.245I.04.2)

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

• Possess or be eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse.

*Future Practical Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their NCLEX-LPN are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-LPN.

Preferred Qualifications

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.