Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatry Clinic

The purpose of this position is to provide nursing care to patients. The framework for practice will be the nursing process in order to prescribe, delegate and coordinate nursing care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides proficient, compassionate, and professional patient-centered care by effectively communicating with patients, co-workers, and providers. Provides patient care support as delegated by Provider or Registered Nurse (RN). Demonstrates knowledge of available resources within Lake Region Healthcare and the broader community to support comprehensive patient care.
The LPN practices in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, professional nursing standards, and LRHC policies and procedures. This role requires sound clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively to ensure safe, comprehensive, and compassionate patient care.

The Registered Nurse (RN) must be able to supervise others as assigned including LPN’s, nursing assistants, clerks, and students. The RN has contact with patients, patient families and visitors, PRHHS employees, referral agencies, volunteers, administration, and physicians. Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. The RN must be able to provide patient care, secure cooperation from others, problem-solve, and exercise initiative and judgment.

Hours/Shifts
72 hours biweekly, varied shifts, Monday to Friday

Compensation
Please note that final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.
LPN Hourly Wage Range: $23.79 - $31.99
RN Hourly Wage Range: $30.92 - $45.28

Benefit Offerings
Lake Region Healthcare is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit program designed to meet your unique needs. This includes medical and dental coverage; HSA, FSA and 401k plans; EAP, life and disability coverage; voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage; pet insurance, ID theft protection and legal services. For new employees, the effective date of coverage for most plans is the first of the month, following a 30-day waiting period.

EEOC
Lake Region Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities, and vary depending on the candidate's level of licensing.

For Licensed Practical Nurse applicants:

• Education/Special Skills:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to perform within the nursing scope of practice.
  • Current Healthcare Provider level CPR certification upon hire or must be obtained within six months.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment health screening.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work at the clinic site as scheduled, including travel to other clinic sites.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current Minnesota LPN Licensure
  • CPR Certificate
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Performs nursing care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, or provider, consistent with the LPN scope of practice defined by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

For Registered Nurse applicants:

• Education/Special Skills:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform within the registered nurse scope of practice.
  • Current Healthcare Provider-level CPR certification upon hire or must be obtained within six months.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment health screening.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work at the clinic site as scheduled, including travel to other clinic sites.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current Minnesota RN Licensure
  • CPR Certificate
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
  • The RN delegates and supervises nursing care consistent with professional standards and the scope of practice as defined by the Minnesota Board of Nursing