Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

West River Mental Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental healthcare provider in South Dakota is seeking an RN/LPN to coordinate medical treatment and rehabilitation services for clients. This role includes managing client care, conducting symptom assessments, and assisting with medication administration. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and have a strong knowledge of mental health protocols. The position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and therapeutic environment focused on client recovery.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of medical protocols related to mental illness.
• Ability to coordinate and monitor medical, social, and psychiatric services.
• Experience in administering medications.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services for client medical treatment.
• Manage symptoms assessments and medication administration.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and social skills development.

Skills

Medical protocols for mental illness

Knowledge of community resources

CPR and first aid skills

Typing skills

Education

RN, LPN, or Paramedic Certification in South Dakota

Job description

Overview

Looking for a career in mental healthcare with a strong work–life balance? West River Mental Health seeks to be a premier provider in the Black Hills. We have served Western South Dakota since 1948 and are the largest, most advanced community mental healthcare facility in the region.

West River Mental Health is accepting applications for an RN/LPN. These positions coordinate medical treatment, rehabilitation, and support services for identified clients, providing a safe and therapeutic environment and assisting clients in accessing natural resources and community-based supports for smoother transitions.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide case management services by participating in medical treatment planning and monitoring progress toward goals; assist in locating, coordinating, and monitoring medical, social, and psychiatric services; document and notify staff of changes in client status; provide emergency services when the client is in crisis.
• Provide symptom assessment and management, when clinically appropriate.
• Assist with administration of prescription and nonprescription medication.
• Instruct clients in self-administration of prescribed and nonprescribed medications.
• Provide or coordinate staff training for CPR, first aid, medication management, and infection control.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor procedures for administering and storing medications.
• Document client activity in charts as required by operating procedures.
• Provide direct assistance or referrals to ensure clients obtain basic necessities, perform daily living activities, and develop social skills.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of medical protocols as they relate to mental illness.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of and skill in using a computer keyboard for typing.
• Knowledge of and skill in administering CPR, first aid, and medication management.
• Ability to enter various buildings, including court systems and public service agencies, which may involve climbing or descending multiple levels.
• Ability to respond to clients by phone and in person in emergency situations.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and customers.
• Ability to sit and type on a computer keyboard for short to moderate lengths of time.
• Ability to maintain a South Dakota driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance and safely operate a vehicle in all weather conditions.

Education and Experience

RN, LPN, or Paramedic Certification in the State of South Dakota.

This description is intended to provide basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.