Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is a cabinet level state agency dedicated to serving Veterans and their families by assisting them in securing state and federal benefits. MDVA has two major divisions each headed by a Deputy Commissioner who reports to the MDVA Commissioner. The Veteran’s Healthcare Division operates five Veterans Homes located throughout the State and is responsible to provide quality care services for Veterans and qualified spouses. The Homes offer a wide continuum of care, including domiciliary, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, dementia/Alzheimer, and an Adult Day Care program. Each Home is managed by a licensed Nursing Home Administrator. The MDVA operates on a biennial budget cycle which consists of State general funds, Federal Funds, miscellaneous revenues and donations. The Healthcare Division’s biennial budget is $193 million; it employs about 1300 staff working throughout the State. This position is located at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings. Job Description This position is anticipated to work 40 hours per week, rotating shifts, every other weekend, and some holidays. Deliver licensed practical nursing (LPN) care within the LPN scope of practice, as defined by the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, for cognitively and physically disabled residents, chemical dependency, mental illness, and co-occurring disorders. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to promote the well-being, health, and safety of residents in a person-centered, room and care environment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Licensed in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse, in good standing Ability to communicate effectively, follow oral and written instructions, and write legible notes Computer experience sufficient to complete electronic charting and use basic computer functions such as email Current Certified Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Preferred Qualifications: Training in or experience with chemical dependency, mental illness, and co-occurring disorders Experience working with Veterans Experience working with vulnerable adults and maintaining confidentiality Physical Requirements Perform a variety of movements throughout the day such as walking, standing, sitting, bending, twisting, stooping, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, pushing, and pulling. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check. A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s). Benefits The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. The Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings is a tranquil, cozy community about 25 minutes from the Minneapolis/Saint Paul twin cities. The beautiful, 128-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Vermillion River. Hastings is a 179-bed domiciliary facility which focuses on high quality service to our Veterans in the areas of rehabilitation and reintegration into the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr