Licensed Practical Nurse- Full Time Evenings

Sagent Behavioral Health; Big Lake (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

PTO & paid holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Sagent Behavioral Health in Big Lake, MN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our 54-bed Residential Treatment Center. This onsite, full-time role supports adult residents in substance use recovery, under supervision of Residential RN, with a structured evening shift 3:00pm-11:00pm and a 5-day workweek.

You will provide medications, chart care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help coordinate insurance authorizations and lab results while maintaining compassionate,

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota with graduation from an approved nursing school.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (per 245G.10 Subd. 5) and ability to maintain it.
• Ability to meet all DHS and SLF program requirements, including passing a DHS background check.
• Ability to work professionally with diverse individuals, including those with multiple challenges.
• Training or experience in counseling or First Aid preferred, with a consistently positive and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care, including administering/monitoring medications, treatments, and daily cares.
• Complete technical admission and discharge procedures.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of the Residential RN.
• Manage patient and provider communication: answer medication-related calls and return messages, tasks, and voicemails within 24 hours.
• Meet with patients regarding medication side effects or concerns and process refills per provider direction and policy.
• Coordinate with insurance for medication authorizations and request/track lab results from clinics and labs.
• Process medical reports/forms promptly and review, prioritize, and transcribe lab results within required timeframes.
• Perform clinical tasks such as rooming patients and obtaining vital signs (BP, pulse, weight, height) as requested.

Skills

LPN license

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse- RTC
Location: 19580 Station St NW, Big Lake, MN 55309
Working Model: Onsite
Employee Type: 1.0 FTE - Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 3:00pm - 11:00pm

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states, we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you'll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice— we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Sagent Behavioral health, Residential Treatment Center in Big Lake, MN, you will be part of a team that is helping adult individuals in their substance abuse recovery process by providing a safe, stable environment that is clinically managed by Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselors (LADCs), nursing staff, and mental health professionals. Our 54-bed residential facility has been designed to provide Substance Use Disorder and Co-Occurring services to men and women over 18 years of age.

Full Time Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• PTO, paid holidays; Medical, Dental & Vision insurance; 401k, HSA, FSA
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care, including administering/monitoring medications, treatments, and daily cares.
• Complete technical admission and discharge procedures.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of the Residential RN.
• Manage patient and provider communication: answer medication-related calls and return messages, tasks, and voicemails within 24 hours.
• Meet with patients regarding medication side effects or concerns and process refills per provider direction and policy.
• Coordinate with insurance for medication authorizations and request/track lab results from clinics and labs.
• Process medical reports/forms promptly and review, prioritize, and transcribe lab results within required timeframes.
• Perform clinical tasks such as rooming patients and obtaining vital signs (BP, pulse, weight, height) as requested.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota with graduation from an approved nursing school.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (per 245G.10 Subd. 5) and ability to maintain it.
• Ability to meet all DHS and SLF program requirements, including passing a DHS background check.
• Ability to work professionally with diverse individuals, including those with multiple challenges.
• Training or experience in counseling or First Aid preferred, with a consistently positive and professional demeanor.

Compensation

This is a non-exempt position. Total earnings for this position will range from $28.00 - $30.00 hourly.

• Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as licensure, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location. Estimates are factored on a 1.0 FTE.
• Employees in these positions are W2.

Sagent Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.