Nurse LPN

Progress Valley•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Nurse-LPN supports the health and wellness of clients in the Residential Program by assisting with medication administration and control, providing health care services as needed, and collaborating with clinical staff on treatment goals related to medical and health concerns. The role educates clients and staff on health matters and helps develop and implement agency health care practices and policies. It requires sound clinical judgment, flexibility, effective time management, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance. The Nurse-LPN uses discretion when responding to client health needs, medical concerns, and urgent situations, and demonstrates Progress Valley’s core values through compassionate care, ethical practice, respectful communication, accountability, adaptability, and ongoing professional growth. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and requires a valid Minnesota Licensed Practical Nurse license. The posted salary is $27.25 or more, depending on experience.

Requirements

Valid Minnesota State Licensed Practical Nurse license.
Complete or obtain 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and substance use disorder.
Working knowledge of the chemical dependency treatment continuum.
Ability to pass a DHS Rule 11 background check.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to structure time effectively and develop priorities.
Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of repetitive hand and finger movement for typing and/or writing; occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; reaching with hands and arms; and communicating, conversing, and exchanging information.

Nice To Haves

Two years of psychiatric or chemical dependency nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide health care services to program clients as needed and within scope of practice.
Monitor client self-administration of medication as appropriate.
Help clients obtain new medications and refills, schedule health appointments, and access timely medical, dental, and other health referrals.
Educate clients about health care issues in a clear, respectful, person-centered manner.
Assist with medication audits and pill counts at the RN’s discretion, and follow internal medication and health care policies.
Set up client accounts with the preferred pharmacy and monitor usage for accuracy at the RN’s request.
Collect medication co-pays and submit payments to the corporate office.
Dispose of medications, narcotics, and sharps containers according to agency and community policies; with another employee present, destroy and document controlled substances remaining after a client’s discharge.
Protect client confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Conduct client health assessments as needed at the RN’s discretion; communicate client conditions and medical concerns to the RN, and document recommendations and care provided.
Consult with the RN about clinical health issues and medication concerns, and collaborate with external health professionals regarding client care.
Attend staff and clinical meetings as needed.
Inventory and maintain facility medical supplies and first aid kits, and document findings in medication audits.
Assist the RN in developing medical and health plans with clients, follow up on care, and provide updated recommendations as necessary.
Address and follow up on client medical emergencies and document recommendations on medical-related incident reports.
Report vulnerable adult concerns to the Program Manager or external common entry point.
Help maintain a positive, safe, harmonious, productive, and challenging work environment, and respond appropriately to changing client needs, urgent concerns, and program priorities.
Participate in continuing education and training in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Perform other tasks and duties assigned by a supervisor or management.