LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Department of Mental Health

Southeast Missouri Residential Services (SEMORS) - Poplar Bluff

Salary: $2,436.51 semi-monthly

Apply by: Open

Southeast Missouri Residential Services is a State of Missouri facility in Poplar Bluff, MO. We are professional, agile and innovative.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

Licensed Practical Nurse

We're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of nurses who help provide one-on-one care for our consumers. A successful candidate has previous experience working with the developmentally disabled, a strong work ethic and an active interest in helping to care for our consumers. It is often said that there is no greater satisfaction than working directly with our consumers, and this is absolutely true. It's extremely rewarding, since many of our consumers are living well.

Knowledge and Responsibilities

Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Skill in applying practical nursing principles in the care of persons with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population. Ability to work assigned schedule which may include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime.

You will be responsible for providing physical and emotional care for residents with developmental disabilities, monitoring and reporting vital signs, communicating with physicians, providing emotional support for consumers and staff, mentoring other staff members, and working with rehabilitation specialists to plan a consumer's regimen of care.

Typical qualifications

Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

The State of Missouri offers a great benefit package: https://oa.mo.gov/personnel/state-employees/employee-benefits

We also have other shifts available.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Human Resources: (573) 840-9324 - Melissa.Atnip@dmh.mo.gov

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here

The Department of Mental Health does not deny employment or services because of race, sex, creed, marital status, national origin, disability or age of applicants or employee.