Licensed Practical Nurse
Applicants may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500.
This announcement is to fill a part – time position. Days of work and hours will vary depending on facility needs including every other weekend and some holiday shifts.
The hours of work include 8 or 10 hour shifts 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm, and 12:00 (noon) – 10:30 pm.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide direct, practical nursing services to civilly committed sex offenders.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Providing direct nursing care including administering medications, treatment and other therapies as directed and by following 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 the client 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 care plan and multi-disciplinary treatment programs of the clients
- Participating within a multidisciplinary team modeling respect, professional ethics and a spirit of collaboration while demonstrating strong communication skills through writing, non-verbal behaviors and speaking
- Maintaining knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and taking appropriate measures to ensure a safe and 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:
· Graduation from an approved school of nursing
· Current licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse