Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love this Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job! Are you passionate about helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges? As a full-time LPN at EOSIS in East Grand Forks, MN, you’ll have the unique opportunity to support individuals during one of the most vulnerable—and courageous—moments in their lives.

Under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs as a licensed care giver and assumes responsibility and accountability for clients well-being.
 
Pay: $27 - $30 / hour  (plus differential)
Shift: 2nd shift, Full-time
Location: Northern Plains, East Grand Forks, MN

Why EOSIS? 

• Time Off : 20 days of paid-time-off + 6 paid holidays
• Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance + HSA/FSA
• Education : Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
• Future Planning : 401(k) – ROTH and traditional options
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans
• Clinical license reimbursement available. Tuition reimbursement available for most Human Service fields.

Each day, you’ll help rebuild lives by making a real impact on people recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth, you’ll experience what it means to be rising together in your career. A strong culture of care, where team members look out for one another and stand together through challenges, keeps you rooted in teamwork as you do meaningful, life-changing work.

Ready to help clients build healthy routines and find their path to lasting recovery? Join EOSIS as a full-time, LPN in East Grand Forks, MN, and be a steady source of support and guidance. Apply today and make a difference where it matters most!

 

Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.
• Provide appropriate nursing services and education to clients.
• Observe, record, and reports to the appropriate person any symptoms, reactions and changes in a client’s condition.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures
• Receives and transcribes physician order to client charts.
• Chart nursing notes in an informative and descriptive manner reflecting the care provided and the response to that care.
• Participate in report at shift change.
• Administer Mantoux upon admission.
• Complete scheduled weekly updates.
• Complete scheduled chart audits.
• Maintain complicacy with the Minnesota Department of Health regulations.
• Attends and participates in staff in-services and meetings.
• Nurses may not admit, transfer, or discharge clients. They may be directed to follow through with the process of implementation of the above by the director or designee.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures 
• Participate in report at shift change. 
• Administer Mantoux upon admission. 
• Complete scheduled weekly updates. 
• Complete scheduled chart audits. 
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

Licensures / Certifications:  

• LPN License 
• CPR and First Aid Certified 

Education:  

• On-going training of cultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values. 
• Must document 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and chemical abuse of dependency that includes competencies related to philosophy, screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, documentation, programming, medication, collaboration, mental health consultation, discharge planning. 
• Know and understand the implications of all Minnesota Department of Health regulations. 

Experience:  

• Minimum 1 yr. experience in a chemical dependency facility  
• 2-3 years related experience required, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:  

• Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program. 
• Computer literate 
• Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate abstract concepts in a simple format 
• Ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds. 
• Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities 
• Computer skills to draft emails, memos, and reporting 
• Cultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:  

• Social Security Verification: Name must match Social Security number and date of birth 
• Criminal Background Check: Nationwide, federal, state, and multi-county (up to 7 years) 
• Drug and Alcohol Testing: Must pass pre-employment screening; subject to random and post-incident testing if in a safety-sensitive role 
• Employment Verification 
• Education Verification 
• Department of Human Services clearance  
• Motor Vehicle Driving Record review if necessary 

WORKING CONDITIONS / WORKING REQUIREMENTS  

Physical Requirements:  

• Sitting: Up to 5-6 hours per day 
• Standing: 1-2 hours per day 
• Walking: Frequent 
• Lifting to 50 pounds 
• Hearing: Ability to hear staff patients and incoming calls 
• Vision: Ability to see computer screen, paper documents, patient charts, etc. 
• Speaking: Ability to speak to staff, patients and external customers/ vendors 
• Cleared Mantoux Screen 

Work Environment:  

• Work is performed across multiple EOSIS treatment sites or intake settings 
• Fast-paced healthcare environment with varying program structures 
• Frequent interaction with clients experiencing substance use and mental health challenges 
• Requires flexibility to support multiple programs, locations, and changing priorities 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

EOSIS (formerly Meridian Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment centers in Minnesota.