LPN: CRISIS - FULL TIME (DAYS OR EVENINGS)

Brief Description

WHY CMMHC

At Central Minnesota Mental Health Center (CMMHC), our team members are our strongest asset. We strive to attract and retain passionate people who want to live out our mission and make a difference in the communities we serve. We are motivated to provide a supportive and caring environment with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development. We are privileged to offer services and employment opportunities at multiple sites within the four-county area. Central Minnesota Mental Health Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

CAREERS INSPIRED TO SUPPORT

CMMHC has a rewarding opportunity to serve as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) within our Crisis Team in St. Cloud. We truly exercise a people first mindset. We know that providing a caring and supportive environment for our clients begins and ends with our employees. We are looking for compassionate people to join our mission. We will offer a great place to work, collaborative team environment, and resources to support your personal and professional development.

How You’ll Make An Impact

The LPN in Crisis is responsible for providing standard patient care under the supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse (RN) within a family driven, trauma informed framework.

• Complete a focused nursing assessment under the direction of a Crisis Qualified Designated RN.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the Medical Director and/or consulting physician.
• Record and report change in client’s physical and mental condition to the Crisis Qualified Designated RN, Medical Director and/or Program Director as well as Crisis staff and the Crisis Clinical Supervisor.
• Report possible suicidal or assaultive ideations, vulnerable adult and child maltreatment incidents.
• Advise Crisis staff when a client may need a higher level of care such as Urgent Care or an Emergency Room visit.
• Monitor clients for medication side effects and drug interactions.
• Provide education within scope of practice to clients regarding a variety of health-related topics including education about the importance of medication adherence and tobacco cessation.
• Participate as a valued crisis program team member by assisting with rounds, light housekeeping tasks and disinfecting units to maintain infection control compliance.
• Perform basic health screenings, including screening for risk of self-harm, in coordination with Crisis Staff.
  
  
  
  

Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• 2-year nursing degree from an accredited practical nursing program & Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of Minnesota
• Qualify as a Mental Health Practitioner per Minnesota Statue (245I.04).
• Clear DHS background study.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
  
  

What Will Set You Apart

• 2 or more years’ nursing experience preferred.
  
  

Compensation

• Target Range - $24.00 - $26.50 (Commensurate with experience)
  
  

SCHEDULE

• Full Time: Sunday – Wednesday or Wednesday – Saturday
• Days: 7AM – 4PM
• Evenings: 2PM – 11PM
  
  

Summary

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• Paid Time Off
• Continuing education funds and on-site education programs
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits program (Medical and Dental Insurance, HSA, FSA, Vision, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Voluntary Term Life, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, & Optional Supplemental Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5.5% employer contribution
• Employee referral program | $1,000 for full-time, $500 for part-time
  
  

What Sets Us Apart

We Develop Our Team: We provide individual developmental experience beginning with our agency orientation and role specific onboarding program. We encourage team members to pursue educational and developmental opportunities through continuing education funds and on-site education programs.

We Take Care of Our Team: We encourage work-life balance with a generous paid time off program and flexible schedules. Our comprehensive benefits plan offers resources for team members to maintain emotional, physical, and financial well-being. In addition, all CMMHC sites are approved for the National Loan Repayment Program to facilitate repayment of Federal Student Loans.

We Support Each Other: Our mission is to foster healthy lives and thriving communities. We carry that mission through to our team in offering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Team members share consistent feedback in feeling supported professionally and personally by our leadership team.

We Celebrate Each Other: We work hard to support our communities and encourage our progress along the way. We offer team building and employee recognition programs that energize and inspire our work individually and as a team.

We Partner with Our Community: We offer dedicated volunteer time and encourage our team members to give back to causes they are passionate about. In addition, we offer volunteer opportunities through structured community partnerships.

CMMHC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.