Licensed Practical Nurse - SEMORS - Sikeston

Southeast Missouri Residential Services

State of Missouri facility located at 112 Plaza Drive, Sikeston, MO. We are professional, agile and innovative.

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team of nurses who provide one‑on‑one care for consumers with developmental disabilities. The role requires a strong work ethic, prior experience with developmentally disabled individuals, and an active interest in enhancing patient well‑being.

• Administer medication and prescribed treatments; record and chart medications according to physician orders.
• Take vital signs and perform laboratory draws; observe patients to detect deviations from normal conditions.
• Provide bedside care, including feeding, personal hygiene assistance, and treatment of pressure sores.
• Assist with catheter insertion, bladder irrigation flushing, and other practical nursing duties.
• Assist Registered Nurses in preparing nursing assessment summaries and implementing health‑care plans.
• Participate in patient admission processes, nursing care planning, and discharge orders review.
• Transport clients to off‑site appointments and apply restraints when necessary.
• Educate patients and families on personal health care and basic rehabilitative practices.
• Provide training to direct support staff and perform other related work as assigned.

• Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri or pursuant to Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques; skill in applying practical nursing principles to individuals with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or geriatric populations.
• Ability to work an assigned schedule that may include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime.
• Strong communication skills: ability to collaborate with doctors, patients, families, and nursing assistants.

12‑hour shift, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, rotating with every other weekend off.

The State of Missouri offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation extends beyond base salary to encompass a wide range of benefits.

The Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) is dedicated to preventing, treating, and promoting public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. Joining our team allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted by mental illness or developmental disability, enabling them to pursue their dreams and become valued community members.

Contact: Chuck Holbrook
Phone: (573) 472‑6556
Email: charles.holbrook.gov