LPN - Transform Lives in Behavioral Health Care

Northstar behavioral health network; North Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

HSA

401k & Company match

Short and long term disability

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid Time off

Job summary

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota to join our clinical team. The role focuses on delivering safe, preventive nursing care and coordinating with physicians, nurses, and staff to support patients with substance use disorders.

The LPN will administer medications, assist admissions, ensure MAR accuracy, and participate in audits and communication handoffs to optimize patient outcomes in a collaborative, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Must have two years of freedom from chemical use problems.
• Must pass a State of Minnesota Background Check.
• CPR Certification or attain within 30 days.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and other computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventive therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patients.
• Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards.
• Administer medication accurately, observing client response and documentation in the medical record.
• Maintain and coordinate communication among client, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record.
• Client Admissions; Narcotics Count; MAR audits and compliance.
• Provide punctual shift reports with pertinent information for assigned patients.
• Collaborate with other health care team members to coordinate patient care.
• Answer and refer telephone calls to ensure accurate and timely communications.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN license (Minnesota)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota to join our clinical team. The role focuses on delivering safe, preventive nursing care and coordinating with physicians, nurses, and staff to support patients with substance use disorders.

The LPN will administer medications, assist admissions, ensure MAR accuracy, and participate in audits and communication handoffs to optimize patient outcomes in a collaborative, compassionate environment.