Essentia Health·Brainerd, Minnesota
Provide direct patient care in a psychiatric ambulatory setting, assisting physicians and RNs. Responsibilities include managing medical records, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, and performing clinic-specific tasks.
4281200 psychiatry - Lpsy
Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to serve in the behavioral health clinic at St.
Joseph's Medical Center in Brainer, Minnesota.
This LPN or CMA works eight 8-hour weekday shifts every two weeks.
Weekdays off will vary based on the needs of the clinic.
No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.
A $2500 sign-on incentive is available for this position.
• Education as required for licensure.
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Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.
You will assist the team in the Behavioral Health clinic (including RN, clinicians, & other clinic staff) in providing direct patient care in the psychiatric ambulatory care setting. You are responsible to provide high-quality patient care through direct patient care, working within the medical records, coordinating with interdisciplinary team (with some virtual components), scheduling tasks, and other clinic specific tasks within your practicing scope.
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Shift rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift start time: 7:00a / 7:30a / 8:00a / 8:30a
Shift end time: 3:30p / 4:00p / 4:30p / 5:00p
$21.72 - $32.58
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Requires current LPN licensure in Minnesota or CMA certification/completion of a program. Must obtain BCLS certification and complete de-escalation training within three months of hire.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.
