Job Class: Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 84430

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/26/2025

• Closing Date : 03/04/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Fergus Falls AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Fergus Falls Nursing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Night Shift / 9:00pm-7:00am

• Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.12 - $34.69 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

• Work Area : CBHH Fergus Falls

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Applicants may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500!

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide direct nursing to patients in a Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH), acting under supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This position will assist in managing unit nursing, participate as a member of the treatment team, and assist in providing short-term psychiatric care to patients in a hospital setting.

The Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Fergus Falls is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of dedicated individuals helping to make a difference in the lives of others. CBHH is a small, 16-bed, inpatient psychiatric facility for adults experience acute mental health episodes. The length of stay is typically less than 60 days, during which treatment focuses on rapid assessment, stabilization, patient education, and discharge planning involving community support resources, with the overall goal of preventing future episodes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure or be eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse.

**Future Practical Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their NCLEX-LPN are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-LPN.

Preferred Qualifications

• Patient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting.

• Experience working in a hospital setting.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.