Licensed Practical Nurse – Otsego

Northstar Regional; Otsego (MN); Vor Ort; USD 41.286 - 42.622; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Northstar Regional in Otsego, MN, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide vital support to clients in a mental health setting. Responsibilities include monitoring health needs, administering medication, and collaborating with psychiatric providers. Candidates should have experience in mental health and possess a current LPN license in MN. The position offers a full-time role with a pay range of $29.97 to $30.94 per hour, alongside various employee benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifikationen

• Experience working with mental health and substance use disorder is preferred.
• Must complete DHS background check and be cleared to work in human services programs.
• Acknowledgement of freedom from substance abuse problems required.

Aufgaben

• Monitor and document physical and mental health needs.
• Create and update medication administration records.
• Provide patient education focused on treatment of mental health.

Kenntnisse

Experience with mental health and substance use disorder

Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Ausbildung

Licensed Practical Nurse in MN in good standing

Jobbeschreibung

Summary

Under close direction and guidance of the Lead Nurse, the LPN provides important support to the clients, medication administration, intakes, recording vitals, charting in medical databases, and other medical care during the time they are with NSR. The LPN plays a key role during intakes, following protocol during intake and other duties as assigned.

LPN Responsibilities

• Monitor and document physical and mental health needs
• Use withdrawal screening, interview and history taking to assess patient safety
• Create and update medication administration records, administration of medication
• Work with psychiatric providers to assess mental health symptoms and create treatment plans
• Assist in maintaining high quality, timely nursing documentation in patient charts
• Provide patient education focused on treatment of mental health and substance use disorders
• Keep medical supplies in stock and up to date
• Supervise chemical dependency technician staff

LPN – Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with mental health and substance use disorder is preferred
• Acknowledge understanding of Client Rights, per MN Rule 31, part 4747.1500.
• Must completed DHS background check and be cleared to work in human services programs.
• Acknowledge freedom from substance abuse problems and ability to comply with NSR drug free workplace policy.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Must be able to work independently, manage time effectively, detail oriented
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

Mission, Vision, Values

Embrace NorthStar Regionals Mission to rebuild lives and restore every client to their best self, by providing quality, individualized, comprehensive treatment to those experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, and mental health issues.

Actively contribute to NorthStar Regionals vision of helping clients experience freedom from addiction and providing life-changing mental health support.

Uphold a culture rooted in our core values of respect, accountability, integrity, spirituality, and excellence, fostering an environment where these principles are not only adhered to but also promoted and integrated into daily operations, interactions, and decision-making processes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $29.97 – $30.94 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Required Licenses or Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse in MN in good standing