Licensed Practical Nurse-NRC

State of Nebraska; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

The State of Nebraska, Health & Human Services - Agency 25, is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses to join the Behavioral Health Division at Norfolk Regional Center in Norfolk, NE. The nurse will provide critical care and support to adult patients with mental illness, performing medication administration, documentation, and therapeutic interactions, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Starting pay is $40.00/hour with an additional $3/hour facility differential pay and potential

Qualifications

• A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.
• Knowledge or experience working with patients with mental illness or psychiatric disorders is preferred.
• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent transportation.

Responsibilities

• Medication administration
• Documentation
• Initiate therapeutic interactions with patients
• Perform treatments
• Transcribe doctors' orders
• Evaluate physical health and emotional status of patients
• Perform assigned patient education
• Complete order entry
• Supply inventory and ordering; use of electronic medical record
• Contribute as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Therapeutic interactions

Perform treatments

Transcribe orders

Assess health status

Patient education

EMR usage

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Nebraska LPN license or NLC authority

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00028781 Licensed Practical Nurse-NRC (Evergreen) (Open)

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Norfolk, NE

Hiring Rate

$40.000

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Job Description

New Starting pay rate of $40.00/hour plus additional $3/hour facility differential pay plus shift differential pay available to new hires!

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.

We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

We are looking for skilled, caring, Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care and support to adult patients with mental illness at Norfolk Regional Center.

The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) was created by an act of the Nebraska Legislature in 1885. NRC currently serves two distinct populations of adult males who are committed by a Mental Health Board for inpatient psychiatric treatment. In 2006, NRC began providing treatment to individuals who have sexually offended. The Nebraska Sex Offender (SO) Treatment Program improves public safety by reducing the risk of re-offense, while also improving the quality of patients' lives.

In 2018, NRC opened the Medical Support Program and began providing high quality nursing and medical treatment for men with significant physical conditions and a variety of psychiatric, cognitive, and aging issues. The program provides activities designed to maintain optimal functioning while at the same time meeting the specific psychiatric care and safety needs of each patient.

You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans

• Medication administration


• Documentation


• Initiate therapeutic interactions with patients


• Perform treatments


• Transcribe doctor's orders


• Evaluate physical health and emotional status of patients


• Perform assigned patient education


• Complete order entry


• Supply inventory and ordering; use of electronic medical record.


• Will be a contributing member of the interdisciplinary treatment team delivering holistic and individualized care to patients

Starting Pay Rate

$40.00/hour for new hires. Additional $3/hour facility differential pay, plus additional shift differential pay.

Available Shift Options

8-Hour Shifts

• Day Shift: 6:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.


• Evening Shift: 2:45 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.


• Night Shift: 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

12-Hour Shifts

• Midday Shift: 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.


• Day Shift: 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 p.m.


• Overnight Shift: 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.

Scheduling Structure

Our Regular Scheduling Model Offers Consistency And Predictability, Including

• Two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts each week


• Every 3rd weekend rotation

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge or experience working with patients with mental illness or psychiatric disorders. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

Ability to: be flexible and adapt to rapidly changing situations. Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic working relationships. Work and function as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.