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Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/16/2024

• Closing Date : 05/01/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS St Peter AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / MSOP Clinical/Medical / MSOP SP Health Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift

• Days of Work : Varying schedule with every other weekend off

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.95 - $33.20 / hourly; $54,183 - $69,321 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• Work Area : MSOP SP Health Services

• 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

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

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.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community andsecure setting that provides comprehensive services to 740 civilly committed clients. Services include sex offense specifictreatment, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming and volunteer services, and health andwellness.

Our team in St. Peter, MN is seeking dynamic, dedicated individuals to join us for a unique and rewarding career opportunity as aLicensed Practical Nurse. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide direct, practical nursing services to civilly committed sexoffenders.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct nursing care including administering medications, treatment and other therapies as directed and byfollowing applicable policies and procedures so clients receive the nursing care their condition warrants

• Performing related duties as assigned in areas such as admissions and discharge, data collection, and assisting theclient in developing optimal independence in living and coping skills

• Lending assistance to the Registered Nurse in gathering data and in planning and implementing the nursing careplan and multi-disciplinary treatment programs of the clients

• Participating within a multidisciplinary team modeling respect, professional ethics and a spirit of collaboration whiledemonstrating strong communication skills through writing, non-verbal behaviors and speaking

• Maintaining knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and taking appropriate measures to ensure a safeand therapeutic environment in which clients receive quality professional services

• Serving as a positive role model to clients during the course of providing health services to demonstrate effective professional and personal behavior

Minimum Qualifications

Must meet the following qualifications listed below:

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

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-relatedcredentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned

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.