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Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Human Services Dept

This position was previously announced on 10/26/24. If you already applied, you do not need to reapply.

• Job ID : 81143

• Location : Wadena

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/20/2024

• Closing Date : 12/02/2024

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

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

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Night Shift / 10:00pm-8:00am

• Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 5% to transport patients

• Salary Range: $27.12 - $34.69 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• Work Area : MSHS Wadena

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• 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.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500!

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 Wadena. As an Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) facility, MSHS Wadena 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:

• Provide direct care under the direction of lead worker.

• Provide training, treatment, support, vocational readiness and leisure activities within a residential treatment model. This model provides behavioral health services to individuals that require medical monitoring.

• Provide through functional analyses of the etiology of the behavioral excesses/deficiencies and development of intervention strategies and environmental modifications that will support individuals to regain access to the community and as much independence to engage in the community as their circumstances permit.

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.