Licensed Practical Nurse
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
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Job summary
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment is seeking qualified, enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Services team in St. Peter. This part-time, rotating shift role offers mental health evaluation and treatment in a secure setting.
Minimum qualifications include a Practical Nurse license in Minnesota and graduation from an approved nursing program. A hiring bonus may be available for eligible applicants.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an approved school of nursing
- Current licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse
- Future Practical Nurses within six months of graduating and taking NCLEX-LPN are encouraged to apply
- Contingent job offers may be made upon successful degree completion and passing NCLEX-LPN
Responsibilities
- Administer medications, treatments, and other therapies per orders and treatment plan.
- Assist the client in developing independence in daily living as needed.
- Complete assigned unit tasks.
- Monitor, report and document interactions with client.
- Collect and report data about client health needs and respond to needs; assist RN with nursing plans.
- Respond to emergencies to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Maintain professional boundaries and respect diversity.
Education
Job description
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 08/07/2026
- Closing Date: 08/17/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter AFSCME
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift
- Days of Work: varies
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $27.53 - $35.21 / hourly
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
- Work Area: FMHP
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
- Job ID: 94369
- Location: St. Peter
- Telework Eligible: No
- Full/Part Time: Part-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 08/07/2026
- Closing Date: 08/17/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter AFSCME
- Division/Unit: Forensics / Forensics Nursing
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift
- Days of Work: varies
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $27.53 - $35.21 / hourly
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
- Work Area: FMHP
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
Forensics Services provides mental health evaluation and treatment services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness who present a risk to public safety. This is a safe and secure treatment environment.
- Administering medications, treatments, and other therapies following the practitioner’s orders and treatment plan for the client.
- Assisting the client in developing optimal independence in living or assisting with Activities of Daily Living as needed.
- Completing assigned unit tasks.
- Monitoring, reporting and appropriately documenting interactions with client.
- Collecting and reporting data about physical and mental health needs of the client. Responding appropriately to client’s physical and mental health needs. Documenting interactions, plans and client responses to interventions offered. Assisting the RN in planning and implementation of the nursing plan of care and/or multi-disciplinary plans of care.
- Responding immediately and appropriately to emergency situations to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Maintaining professional boundaries in a manner that creates a positive and caring environment and an accepting attitude towards diversity in people.
- Graduation from an approved school of nursing
- Current 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.
- 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.
- Previous experience with individuals with diverse backgrounds in a correctional/forensic setting; Experience working with medical records
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.
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
If you have questions about this position, contact Kayla Evenson at kayla.evenson@state.mn.us or 651-539-6920.
If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity at Accommodations.DCT@state.mn.us or call 651-539-7243.
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
Direct Care and Treatment is a highly specialized behavioral health system operated by the State of Minnesota. DCT operates treatment programs, residential and vocational services for people with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and more.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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