Licensed Practical Nurse

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Stillwater (MN); In loco; USD 39.000 - 49.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Minnesota Department of Corrections seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for part-time work in Stillwater. The LPN will support practitioners and registered nurses in delivering health care to incarcerated individuals, performing rooming, phlebotomy, and chronic care clinic activities.

Responsibilities include administering medications, obtaining vitals, and aiding in health services under rotating day/evening shifts.

Competenze

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing and MN Practical Nurse license without restrictions.
• Computer experience to complete electronic charting and basic email use.

Mansioni

• Assist practitioners and RNs in providing health care to incarcerated individuals.
• Perform rooming activities including vitals and documenting complaints.
• Conduct phlebotomy and collect blood/urine samples as ordered by practitioners.

Conoscenze

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Formazione

LPN license (Minnesota)

Strumenti

Electronic charting

Email

Descrizione del lavoro

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/01/2026
• Closing Date: 10/14/2026
• Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit: Health, Recovery & Programming
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift/Varies
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $28.01 - $35.83 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: LPN

Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID: 95838
• Location: Stillwater
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/01/2026
• Closing Date: 10/14/2026
• Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit: Health, Recovery & Programming
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift/Varies
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $28.01 - $35.83 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WAS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSTING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

This position is designated as part-time with day/evening rotating shifts with some weekend and holiday shifts as assigned. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional hours based on business needs.

The LPN performs duties to assist practitioners and Registered Nurses in providing health care to incarcerated individuals.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform functions related to "rooming" the incarcerated individual for practitioner examinations, including obtaining blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, weight and documenting complaints.
• Perform phlebotomy functions with incarcerated individuals, including collecting blood and urine samples and performing other tests ordered by the practitioner.
• Conduct Blood Pressure Clinic and other chronic care clinics with incarcerated individuals.
• Administer medication as prescribed by the practitioner.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing plus current licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse without limitations or restrictions.
• Computer experience sufficient to complete electronic charting and use basic computer functions such as email.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Hands-on clinical nursing experience providing direct patient care in a hospital, long-term care and/or clinic setting.
• Nursing experience in a correctional or secured setting.
• Experience working in a correctional or secured setting.
• Nursing experience in a specialized clinical area(s), such as in gender-specific, geriatric, juvenile health care, medical/surgery unit, and/or behavioral health.

Physical Requirements

The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ([e-mail]).

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation. Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records. New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Katie Wynn at [e-mail] or 651-361-7304. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Katie Wynn at [e-mail].

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Working together to improve the state we love.

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

Benefits

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.

Your Benefits May Include

• 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