Salary: $29.44 - $31.61 Hourly
Location : Community Treatment Center, 3150 Gershwin Dr. Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00703
Department: Human Services - Community Treatment Center
Opening Date: 07/02/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
Responsible for providing nursing care to clients on assigned area. Supervises/directs subordinate nursing personnel - e.g. nursing assistants per RN directive. Responsible for assisting the RN in a variety of client care activities. Completes delegated work-related tasks as assigned by the RN.
Additional pay incentives for working PM shift and NOC shift, as well as when working weekends
Additional special assignment pay for .2, .4, and on-call positions
All part-time and full-time nursing positions work every other weekend
Full-time (PM shift), Part-time, and On-call available
Essential Duties
Administers and documents medications and treatments on the electronic MAR as prescribed by physicians and according to established nursing policy/procedure.
Makes rounds with physician and completes order entry in Avatar under supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Maintains current information on new medications, dosages and side effects.
Provides medication teaching with client/family as indicated in client care plan and as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Provides nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the client.
Participates in the development of client care plans.
Implements provisions of client care plan.
Observes and documents change in client behavior/condition and inform RN accordingly.
Participates in emergency or crisis situations as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Assists with admissions, discharges and transfer of clients.
Maintains records, reports and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
Maintains a clean, comfortable and safe environment for clients.
Assists in creating a therapeutic atmosphere on the client unit.
Maintains effective working relationships with other employees.
Attends and participates in staff meetings, mandatory in-services and other educational programs.
Perform related functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing program. Current licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse. In addition, must meet the following requirement:
Basic computer skills
Licenses and Certifications:
Current license from Wisconsin as Licensed Practical Nurse
CPR Certification
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of the terminology, techniques and practices of Practical Nursing.
Knowledge of basic needs of the geriatric elderly, developmentally disabled, mentally ill, AODA client and child/adolescent clients.
Knowledge of basic pharmacology and specifically psychopharmacology (expected actions, side effects, contraindications, and route of administration, specifically types of injectables).
Knowledge of principles of documentation.
Knowledge of basic principles of behavior modification and appropriate application of behavior modification techniques.
Ability to complete basic Medicare evaluations following completion of proper training and return demonstration of competency.
Ability to recognize and address the physical, psycho-social, mental and emotional needs of the client.
Ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and their family members.
Ability to carry out a nursing care plan as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to enter physician orders into the electronic record system under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Ability to use all standard medical equipment.
Ability to perform in emergency situations as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of all matters related to client care.
Ability to understand and carry out policies and procedures governing client care.
Ability to participate in unit activities and to serve as a role model for clients.
Ability to function within the organizational structure utilizing the "chain of command."
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Lifting 75 pounds maximum with the assistance of another person, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Extended periods of standing, walking and sitting; occasional driving.
Using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls.
Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching and grappling; occasional swimming.
Communicating orally in a clear manner.
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions.
Must be free from communicable disease.
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
Brown County offers a substantial benefit package. Here is some information:
Eligible Employees:
You may enroll in the Brown County benefits if you are an employee classified as a 0.5 FTE (full-time equivalent) working at least 18.75 or 20 hours per week.
Health Care:
Emplify Health by Bellin Nearsite Healthcare: Those enrolled in the County's health plan can access primary care, urgent care, lab work, physical and occupational therapy services at designated Bellin locations at no cost to the plan member.
Bellin Health FastCare: This convenient care clinic offers employees and dependents enrolled in the health plan to seek care at any FastCare location at no cost.
Teladoc: Offered at $0 employee cost.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Offered through AllOne Health at $0 employee cost.
Medical Benefits:
Brown County's medical plan is administered by UMR. CVS Caremark administers the prescription drug benefits portion. We have a tiered system for employee contributions.
One Pass Select gym program:
Brown County offers two dental plans, Delta Dental allows you to choose any dentist while the Care Plus plan requires you to see a Dental Associates dentist.
Dental Plan:
We offer a subscription-based fitness and well-being program that supports a healthier lifestyle.
Vision:
We offer a voluntary vision plan through EyeMed Insight Network.
Flex Spending:
Healthcare FSA is offered as a cost savings tool to help with common medical expenses not covered by your insurance.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here:
We also offer Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance.