Licensed Practical Nurse - Lrc

Effective July 1, 2023, the pay rate will be $24.570 - $32.789 per hour; pay based on experience. Additional $3/hour facility differential pay plus additional shift differential pay.

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.

We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

We are looking for skilled, professional Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care and support to adult patients with mental illness at Lincoln Regional Center, a state psychiatric hospital.

You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans.

Work Schedule: Full-time positions available on 2nd shift (3pm - 11pm), or 3rd shift (11pm - 7am). Temporary on-call positions available, must work a minimum of 32 hours per month.

REQUIREMENTS: A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska is required.

PREFERRED: Knowledge or experience working with patients with mental illness or psychiatric disorders.

OTHER: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation

Ability to be flexible and adapt to rapidly changing situations. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic working relationships. Ability to work and function as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Must be able to complete 3 weeks of new employee orientation during Monday - Friday day shift hours.

For more information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Behavioral Health, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov.