About this role
This is an intermittent (as needed) position. There are no set hours and/or work days. Shifts may vary between days, evenings, and overnights and include weekends and holidays.
Deliver licensed practical nursing (LPN) care within the LPN scope of practice, as defined by the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, for cognitively and physically disabled residents, chemical dependency, mental illness, and co-occurring disorders. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to promote the well-being, health, and safety of residents in a person centered, room and care environment
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse, in good standing Ability to communicate effectively, follow oral and written instructions, and write legible notes Computer experience sufficient to complete electronic charting and use basic computer functions such as email Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Certified Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Preferred Qualifications:
Training in or experience with chemical dependency, mental illness, and co-occurring disorders Experience working with Veterans Experience working with vulnerable adults and maintaining confidentiality
Physical Requirements:
Perform a variety of movements throughout the day such as walking, standing, sitting, bending, twisting, stooping, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, pushing, and pulling
Additional Requirements:
This position requires successful completion of the following: A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check. A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
Important: Must apply online at the State of MN, Job ID 14124 to be considered for this position. Apply online by August 14, 2017 at the State of Minnesota Careers website.
http://www.mn.gov/mmb/careers