Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN

Telework Eligible:
No

• Job
• Location:
  
  Bemidji
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time OR Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/18/2026
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Ah Gwah Ching AFSCME
• Division/Unit:
  Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Bemidji Nursing 2
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Rotating Shift / 6:45am-5:15pm; 11:45am-10:15pm OR Night Shift / 9:30pm-7:30am
• Days of Work:
  Varies and every other weekend; may include holidays
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $28.01 - $35.83 / hourly; $58,484 - $74,813 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: CBHH Bemidji
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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.

Candidates may be eligible for hiring bonus up to $2500!

• This posting may be used to fill multiple part-time or full-time, rotating and night shift vacancies ***

The Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Bemidji has an opening for a talented Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. Operated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Community Behavioral Health Hospitals (CBHH) are 16-bed inpatient psychiatric facilities for adults experiencing a serious mental health episode. The length of stay is usually less than 30 days, during which treatment focuses on stabilization, patient education, and discharge planning involving community support resources, with the overall goal of preventing future episodes.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide nursing care, treatment, and instruction to patients in a hospital level of care setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Complete daily nursing cares including administering and monitoring medications and treatments to ensure medical responsibilities are accomplished. Develop therapeutic relationships and engage with patients while prioritizing safety and aiding patients in progressing with their treatment plan goals and objectives Maintain and provide a safe, clean, and therapeutic work environment for treatment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 with adults in a treatment setting.
• Experience working in a secure facility.

Additional Requirements

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 Treatment

DCT 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

Benefits

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 children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted…