Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, LPN/LVN, Nursing Home, Mental Health Nurse
Working Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Job Class:
Licensed Practical Nurse
Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment
This posting was previously announced on 08/18/2026. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply.
- Job : 96402
- Regular/Temporary
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Unlimited - Who May Apply
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Open to all qualified job seekers - Date Posted
: 08/26/2026 - Closing Date
: 09/15/2026 - Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
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Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Fergus Falls IWT - Work Shift/Work Hours
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Rotating Shift / 6:30am-5:00pm; 12:00pm-10:30pm; 9:30pm-7:30am - Days of Work
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Varies and may include weekends and holidays - Travel Required
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Yes; less than 5% to for off-site meetings and to transport clients according to their treatment plans - Salary Range: $28.01 - $35.83 / hourly
- Classified Status
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Classified - Bargaining Unit/Union
: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job SummaryThe Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Alexandria has an opening for a talented Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. Operated by Direct Care and Treatment, the CBHH is a small inpatient psychiatric facility that provides rapid assessment and stabilization for adults experiencing an acute mental health episode.
As the Licensed Practical Nurse you will perform nursing duties in caring for adults with acute to chronic and severe mental illness, including keeping clinical charts and reports on the emotional and physical status of patients. Facilitate the admission of patients to the unit; take temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure readings; administer and record prescribed medication. Promote and participate in rehabilitation activities and encourage patient personal hygiene.
Maintain a clean, hazard-free environment and comply with all safety and health standards, laws, regulations, and policies.
- Possess or be eligible for licensure in Minnesota as a Practical Nurse.
*** Future Practical Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their NCLEX-LPN are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-LPN.
Preferred Qualifications- Patient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting.
- Experience working in a hospital setting.
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
About Direct Care and TreatmentDCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.
Working together to improve the state we love.What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and…
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